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Rwanda, Congo Near Historic Peace Deal Amid Concerns

6/20/2025

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Rwanda and the Democratic Republic of Congo are on the brink of a historic peace deal, crafted with the help of the US and Qatar, aimed at ending years of turmoil. The agreement promises disarmament and a collaborative security framework. However, crucial concerns linger over troop withdrawals and humanitarian access in the resource-rich eastern region, as the formal signing approaches next week.

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Story summary

Rwanda and the Democratic Republic of Congo are on the brink of a historic peace deal, crafted with the help of the US and Qatar, aimed at ending years of turmoil. The agreement promises disarmament and a collaborative security framework. However, crucial concerns linger over troop withdrawals and humanitarian access in the resource-rich eastern region, as the formal signing approaches next week.