Congo and Rwanda-backed rebels sign declaration of principles for permanent ceasefire
Summary
Congo and Rwanda-backed rebels, known as M23, have signed a declaration of principles in Qatar for a permanent ceasefire in eastern Congo. A final peace agreement is planned to be signed by August 18, which builds on an earlier peace deal between Congo and Rwanda from June.Key Facts
- Congo and M23 rebels, supported by Rwanda, have agreed to end fighting permanently in eastern Congo.
- The declaration of principles was signed in Qatar and aims for a final peace agreement by August 18.
- The ceasefire agreement follows a previous peace deal between Congo and Rwanda from June.
- M23 rebels have taken control of key cities in eastern Congo, contributing to the area's conflict.
- Over 7 million people have been displaced in Congo due to ongoing violence.
- A key issue is Rwanda's involvement and whether it will stop supporting the rebels.
- M23 rebels want their members, who face severe charges, to be released by Congo's army.
- The UN has called the conflict in eastern Congo a major humanitarian crisis.
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