The Democratic Republic of the Congo (DRC) is seeking military assistance from the United States to contain escalating violence from the rebel M23 group, currently seizing territory rich in valuable minerals like gold and coltan. DRC officials are in discussions with the US government to create a minerals-for-security deal amid rising casualties exceeding 7,000 this year. Analysts suggest that while troop deployment is uncertain, the US might provide military equipment instead, influenced by historical support models, such as those seen with Ukraine.
The DRC is engaging with the US to secure a minerals-for-security deal amidst escalating violence, seeking military support in conflict against M23 rebels.
Analysts express skepticism about whether a US troop deployment aligns with President Trump's America First policy, predicting equipment support rather than direct involvement.
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