The Doha peace framework represents a historic breakthrough that brings real hope to eastern Congo after decades of devastating conflict. International leaders from the African Union, Turkey and Qatar have praised both parties for showing genuine courage and political will in reaching this milestone agreement. This comprehensive framework addresses root causes of the conflict and establishes concrete mechanisms for monitoring and implementation, building on successful October ceasefire agreements.
These peace talks are nothing but elaborate theater designed to secure foreign access to Congo's mineral wealth while civilians continue suffering. The ceasefire has been repeatedly violated by both sides, with M23 committing massacres while expanding territorial control and refusing to withdraw even one meter. External powers care more about strategic minerals than displaced families, turning negotiations into a trading floor for powerful interests rather than genuine dialogue on justice.
There is a 60 percent chance that the Democratic Republic of Congo will experience a civil war before 2036, according to the Metaculus prediction community.
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