Congo, Rwanda Agree to Peace Steps in Washington Talks

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Signing accords in Washington means little while eastern Congo’s crisis is actively sustained by Rwanda’s backing of M23 — a role now acknowledged by its own ambassador and met with recent U.S. sanctions. Kigali’s rhetoric of self-reliance signals defiance, not compliance, as it continues to exploit instability through armed proxies and mineral networks. Without firm enforcement and accountability for Rwanda’s actions, these agreements are just another pause before the next escalation.