DR Congo and Rwanda Forge Path to Peace Amid Ongoing Conflict

Mon Jun 16 2025 22:28:45 GMT+0300 (Eastern European Summer Time)
DR Congo and Rwanda Forge Path to Peace Amid Ongoing Conflict

Recent agreement signals hope for resolving disputes and ending violence in eastern DR Congo.


Rwanda and the Democratic Republic of Congo's foreign ministers have signed a historic agreement aimed at establishing peace and respecting sovereignty, with a commitment to draft a comprehensive peace plan by May 2.



The Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC) and Rwanda have made significant strides towards peace by signing an agreement that affirms mutual respect for sovereignty and pledges a draft peace plan to be completed by May 2. This accord was formalized in Washington, D.C., with the involvement of U.S. Secretary of State Marco Rubio, marking a critical diplomatic moment amid escalating tensions fueled by the M23 rebel group's actions in eastern DRC, which has resulted in widespread civilian displacement.

The M23 rebels, allegedly backed by Rwanda, have overrun significant territories, including the strategically vital cities of Goma and Bukavu, causing tremendous distress and humanitarian crises in the region. Both governments are now engaging with U.S. investments aimed at further stabilizing the area, despite ongoing violence reported in North Kivu province as recently as Friday.

In the wake of this agreement, both parties have expressed a willingness to pursue peace, with hopes that a permanent ceasefire could be established. The recent conflict escalation has resulted in significant casualties, with estimates suggesting around 7,000 fatalities since January alone, underscoring the urgency of resolving the longstanding disputes.

The DRC has been vocal in accusing Rwanda of militarily supporting the M23, allegations that have been dismissed by Rwanda despite backing from both U.N. and U.S. findings. This diplomatic development indicates a potential thaw in relations, though the path to a lasting resolution remains fraught with challenges.

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