🕊️ Congo Eases Demand on Rwanda Troop Exit Ahead of US-Brokered Peace Deal
By Sonia Rolley | June 26, 2025
Source: Reuters
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Congo drops its demand for immediate Rwandan troop withdrawal, paving way for a U.S.-mediated peace deal in Washington. A gradual pullout now expected. Learn more about the DRC-Rwanda conflict and critical mineral interests.
In a potential turning point for Central African stability, the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC) has softened its stance in peace talks with Rwanda, agreeing to a gradual withdrawal of Rwandan troops instead of demanding their immediate exit.
The shift comes ahead of a U.S.-brokered peace agreement expected to be signed in Washington this Friday, according to four sources who spoke to Reuters.
More than 7,000 Rwandan troops are believed to be operating in eastern Congo, reportedly backing the M23 rebel group, which seized control of several key cities and mining zones earlier this year. While Rwanda denies any direct involvement, it claims it’s acting in self-defense.
The United States, keen to stabilize the region and maintain access to critical minerals (vital for tech, defense, and green energy sectors), has been mediating peace efforts amid fears of escalating violence.
Though both countries have had a tense history marred by mistrust and past conflicts, the new diplomatic push signals hope for reduced tensions and better cooperation in the Great Lakes region.
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