Four Americans have been charged for their alleged roles in a coup attempt in the Democratic Republic of Congo and now face life imprisonment.
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The M23 rebels’ offensive, which began in January, has resulted in thousands of deaths and displaced hundreds of thousands, exacerbating fears of a broader regional conflict
Kabila announces return to Congo to address eastern crisis Read More »
Last month, Qatar unexpectedly hosted Congolese President Félix Tshisekedi and Rwandan President Paul Kagame for a meeting that ended with both leaders calling for a ceasefire
Congo–M23 peace talks in Doha delayed Read More »
President Tshisekedi visits Kinshasa flood survivors, who criticize him for poor city infrastructure and sanitation in the wake of deadly flooding.
DR Congo president visits Kinshasa flood victims after deadly disaster Read More »
DR Congo officials and M23 rebels held direct talks in Doha as part of a Qatari-led effort to resolve the conflict in the country’s eastern region.
M23 rebels meet DR Congo delegation for peace talks in Doha Read More »
Since January, M23 has made rapid gains in eastern Congo, seizing the region’s two largest cities, resulting in thousands of deaths and displacing hundreds of thousands
Congo rebels withdraw from strategic town ahead of peace talks Read More »
Tshisekedi and Trump’s senior envoy held talks on a possible mining deal and efforts to bring peace to eastern DR Congo, where violence is escalating.
Congolese leader discusses mining deal with Trump Africa advisor Read More »
Both parties have agreed to keep the details of the discussions private
Congo and M23 rebels set for first direct talks on April 9 in Doha Read More »
A military court sentenced 37 defendants to death in September, convicting them of criminal conspiracy, terrorism, and other charges
Congo commutes death sentences for US citizens in failed coup case Read More »
The finance ministry described the salary hikes as “a turning point towards better conditions” for the army
Congo doubles soldier salaries as M23 rebels gain ground Read More »
