On Friday, the Democratic Republic of Congo and Rwanda signed a peace deal facilitated by the United States aimed at halting decades of conflict in eastern Congo, while ensuring American access to critical minerals. President Trump announced a new chapter of hope, yet analysts express doubts about the deal’s effectiveness due to ongoing resistance from major armed groups in the region. Both foreign ministers acknowledged the pain of past conflicts, with a focus on healing and the significant challenges that lie ahead in achieving lasting peace.
President Donald Trump told the foreign ministers of Congo and Rwanda that today marks the end of violence and the beginning of a hopeful new chapter in the region.
Secretary of State Marco Rubio emphasized that this agreement is a significant milestone after thirty years of continuous conflict in the DRC.
Congo's Foreign Minister Therese Kayikwamba acknowledged the millions of conflict victims when signing the peace agreement, urging that healing takes a significant effort moving forward.
Despite the signing of the peace deal, many analysts remain skeptical about its immediate effectiveness in curbing violence from armed groups resistant to the agreement.
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