In light of continuous accusations against Rwanda for supporting the M23, the country's representatives assert that their military involvement is purely defensive, intended to address threats from armed groups like the FDLR, linked to the aftermath of the 1994 Rwandan genocide.
The agreement includes commitments from both sides to establish a joint security framework aimed at averting further escalations in violence, pushing for territorial integrity, and facilitating the return of displaced individuals to their homes. The formal signing of the peace accord is anticipated to take place next week, with the potential to unlock significant foreign investments in the resource-rich region.
Despite the optimism surrounding the draft deal, questions still linger about its implementation and whether the terms, such as the withdrawal of M23 forces and the disarmament of the FDLR, will be fulfilled. Previous attempts at peace have faltered, leaving many skeptical of the current accord's potential to bring lasting peace to the region.
The conflict in eastern DRC has resulted in thousands of fatalities and the displacement of countless civilians, underscoring the urgent need for a comprehensive resolution to this crisis.
As discussions continue, both nations face the challenge of reconciling their differences to pave the way for stability in a region that has endured turmoil for decades.
The agreement includes commitments from both sides to establish a joint security framework aimed at averting further escalations in violence, pushing for territorial integrity, and facilitating the return of displaced individuals to their homes. The formal signing of the peace accord is anticipated to take place next week, with the potential to unlock significant foreign investments in the resource-rich region.
Despite the optimism surrounding the draft deal, questions still linger about its implementation and whether the terms, such as the withdrawal of M23 forces and the disarmament of the FDLR, will be fulfilled. Previous attempts at peace have faltered, leaving many skeptical of the current accord's potential to bring lasting peace to the region.
The conflict in eastern DRC has resulted in thousands of fatalities and the displacement of countless civilians, underscoring the urgent need for a comprehensive resolution to this crisis.
As discussions continue, both nations face the challenge of reconciling their differences to pave the way for stability in a region that has endured turmoil for decades.
