Summary
President Donald Trump hosted a ceremony where the leaders of Rwanda and the Democratic Republic of the Congo (DRC) signed a peace deal aimed at resolving the conflict between their countries. The agreement, facilitated by the United States, includes commitments from Rwanda to cease support for a rebel group and from the DRC to address militia issues. Additionally, the U.S. plans to engage in economic activities with both nations, focusing on rare earth minerals.
Key Facts
- President Trump hosted the signing of a peace deal between Rwanda and DRC.
- The deal was originally agreed upon in June and finalized at a ceremony in Washington, DC.
- Rwanda will stop supporting the M23 rebel group.
- DRC will help neutralize Hutu militias connected to the 1994 Rwanda genocide.
- Both countries pledged to respect each other’s territorial boundaries.
- The agreement aims to reduce conflict and promote economic cooperation in the region.
- The U.S. plans to enter deals with both countries to purchase rare earth minerals.
- Despite the peace deal, fighting continues in parts of the DRC.
