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Kinshasa and M23 reach agreement to release prisoners and ease humanitarian access

The government of the Democratic Republic of the Congo and the armed group M23 have reached an agreement aimed at improving humanitarian access and releasing prisoners within ten days, according to a joint statement issued after talks held in Switzerland. Both sides agreed to avoid any actions that......

DRC: landslide at Rubaya mine could leave at least 200 dead, authorities fear

The Congolese government has expressed concern that at least 200 people may have died in a massive landslide that struck the Rubaya mining site in eastern Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC) on Wednesday. The site, controlled by the M23 armed group, is one of the world’s largest producers of coltan,......

DR Congo and M23 remain engaged in Doha peace talks, Says Qatar

The Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC) and the M23 armed group continue to participate actively in ongoing peace talks in Doha, Qatar, despite missing the deadline to finalize a comprehensive peace agreement, Qatari mediators said Tuesday. “The two parties are engaged positively, and we are working......

Draft peace agreement shared with Kinshasa and M23, says Qatari official

A draft peace agreement has been shared with both the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC) government and the armed group M23 ahead of a new round of negotiations, a Qatari official confirmed on Sunday. The official, who is closely involved in the mediation efforts, stated that Doha is preparing to host......

Joseph Kabila faces treason trial amid allegations of rebel ties

A military court in the Democratic Republic of the Congo (DRC) has begun the trial of former President Joseph Kabila, accusing him of treason and other serious crimes, including murder, rape, and torture. The charges stem from his alleged support of the M23 rebel group, responsible for widespread violence......

Fragile hopes for peace in eastern Congo amid new RDC-Rwanda deal

The African Union has welcomed the recent peace agreement signed between Rwanda and the Democratic Republic of the Congo (RDC), aimed at ending the protracted conflict in the mineral-rich eastern region of the DRC. Despite the positive diplomatic tone, the deal has raised skepticism among both the Congolese......

Rwanda and Belgium Sever Diplomatic Relations Over DR Congo Conflict

Rwanda has officially severed diplomatic ties with Belgium, citing Belgium's active support of adversaries in the regional conflict involving the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC). In a statement released on Monday, Rwanda's foreign ministry announced the immediate termination of relations,......

Congo president discusses U.S. investment and security with lawmaker

On March 17, President Félix Tshisekedi of the Democratic Republic of Congo met with U.S. Congressman Ronny Jackson to discuss the ongoing conflict in eastern Congo and potential investment opportunities for U.S. companies. This meeting occurred one week after the U.S. expressed interest in exploring......

Trump and the DR Congo: A Strategic Mining Deal in the Making

The United States and the Democratic Republic of the Congo (DRC) are exploring a potential mining agreement that could reshape the region’s geopolitical landscape. The discussions, confirmed by the Congolese presidency, revolve around US access to the DRC’s vast reserves of cobalt, coltan,......