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Rwanda and DRC Sign Historic Peace Deal Amid Doubts

6/30/2025

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Rwanda and the Democratic Republic of Congo have taken a historic step towards peace by signing a US-brokered agreement in Washington, targeting the long-standing conflict fueled by the M23 rebel group. The deal calls for troop withdrawals and economic integration within 90 days, but doubts linger about its execution and the role of the M23.

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Story summary

Rwanda and the Democratic Republic of Congo have taken a historic step towards peace by signing a US-brokered agreement in Washington, targeting the long-standing conflict fueled by the M23 rebel group. The deal calls for troop withdrawals and economic integration within 90 days, but doubts linger about its execution and the role of the M23.