Security - 7 December 2025
Washington Warns of Sanctions to Ensure DRC-Rwanda Peace Accord Compliance
Kinshasa -, December 15, 2025 - The United States has signaled potential sanctions to ensure adherence to the Washington Peace Agreement between the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC) and Rwanda.
US Ambassador to Kinshasa, Lucy Tamlyn, condemned renewed violence in eastern DRC, particularly the capture of Uvira by the AFC/M23 rebels, and stressed Rwanda’s responsibility in implementing the accord. She emphasized the US commitment to supporting peace in the DRC and offered a message of hope to the Congolese population.
Meanwhile, the UN Secretary-General called for an immediate and unconditional ceasefire, warning that the escalation could undermine peace efforts and increase the risk of regional conflict.
Related reading
Security - 31 August 2026
DRC And Congo-Brazzaville Move To De-Escalate Congo River Border Clash
Kinshasa, August 31, 2026 - The DRC and Congo-Brazzaville moved to contain tensions after a fatal August 28 clash between FARDC troops and Congo-Brazzaville forces on the Congo River between Yumbi and Makotimpoko.
By Amina Kabasele - 3 min read
Security - 31 August 2026
Walikale Villages Empty As Fighting Spreads In Eastern DRC
Goma, August 31, 2026 - Multiple villages in the Waloa Loanda groupement of Walikale were emptied as fighting between the army and AFC/M23 forces spread from nearby Masisi and Kalehe zones, deepening humanitarian…
By Amina Kabasele - 3 min read
Security - 31 August 2026
Government Says Army Is Blocking AFC/M23 Expansion In Kivu
Kinshasa, August 31, 2026 - The government said the FARDC was systematically foiling AFC/M23 attempts to occupy additional territory in the Kivus, as fighting continued on multiple fronts.
By Amina Kabasele - 3 min read