Members of the M23 rebel group standing on vehicles during an event in Goma, North Kivu province, Democratic Republic of the Congo, April 7, 2025

DRC, Rwanda-Backed M23 Sign Framework Peace Deal After Qatar Talks

The government of the Democratic Republic of the Congo and the Rwanda-backed M23 rebel group have signed a new framework agreement in Qatar, marking a significant step toward ending years of conflict in eastern DRC. The deal outlines protocols on ceasefire monitoring, prisoner exchange, humanitarian access, and reintegration efforts, offering hope for progress despite continued fighting on the ground.

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