Authorities in the region are monitoring unusual aerial activity reported between Burundi and the Democratic Republic of Congo, despite the absence of direct commercial flights between the two countries.
Observers noted multiple aircraft operating between Bujumbura, Kinshasa, Lubumbashi and Kalemie throughout early Monday morning.
Witnesses said another unidentified jet departed shortly after the first sightings, raising questions about the nature and purpose of the flights.
Flight-tracking data from FlightRadar indicated that between 8:00 p.m. and 9:00 p.m. local time on Sunday, a jet was recorded heading toward Kindu, while three cargo aircraft were tracked flying in the direction of Lubumbashi.
Officials in both countries have not yet issued statements regarding the unusual movements.
The activity comes at a time of heightened regional tensions, prompting speculation over whether the flights are linked to military operations, logistical transfers or undisclosed diplomatic movements.
Regional aviation sources say they are continuing to analyze flight paths and aircraft types in an effort to determine the origin and purpose of the operations.