In a tragic incident, separatist rebels struck a village in Cameroon's turbulent Anglophone region, claiming the lives of almost 20 people, including women and children, as confirmed by government officials on Monday (Nov. 06). The assault took place in Egbekaw village in western Cameroon, an area marred by seven years of deadly clashes between rebels and government forces. The attackers, whose identity remains unknown, unleashed gunfire and traditional weapons in the dead of night, leaving about 20 dead and seven severely injured. President Paul Biya, in power for 41 years, has faced criticism for his response to the conflict, which has led to the loss of over 6,000 lives and forced more than a million people to flee their homes. The separatists and government forces have both been accused of committing atrocities, further exacerbating the suffering of the local population.