Congo and Rebels Have Committed to Ending War in the East. Here's What to Know

Congo-Kinshasa: Doha Agreement Brings DR Congo Government and M23 Rebels a Step Closer to Peace

An agreement signed by the Government of the Democratic Republic of the Congo (DRC) and the Congo River Alliance/March 23 Movement (AFC/M23) has been hailed by the UN peacekeeping mission in the country (MONUSCO) as "an important step towards sustainable peace."

Experts skeptical about DR Congo peace deal

The Democratic Republic of Congo and AFC/M23 rebels have signed a declaration of principles, aiming to lay the groundwork for peace in the country's east. But analysts say the agreement is too vague.

Congo and rebels have committed to ending war in the east. Here's what to know

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Congo and rebels have committed to ending war in the east. Here's what to know

Congo and Rwanda-backed rebels have signed a declaration aiming for a permanent ceasefire in eastern Congo

Hope for peace as DRC and M23 sign ceasefire framework

A far-reaching truce aimed at ending the conflict in eastern Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC) has been signed by the Congolese government and the Rwanda-backed M23 rebel group. The agreement, reached in Doha, Qatar, includes a permanent halt to hostilities on land, in the air, and on water.

DR Congo, M23 Armed Group Sign Ceasefire Deal

The Democratic Republic of Congo and Rwanda-backed armed group M23 signed a ceasefire deal on Saturday to end fighting that has devastated the country’s mineral-rich but conflict-torn east.