Congo and the Rwanda-backed rebel group M23 have signed a framework agreement for a peace deal to end decades-long fighting in eastern Congo.
-backed rebel group M23 on Saturday signed a framework agreement for a peace deal to end decades-long fighting in eastern Congo, but tensions between the two sides remain., is not yet a final peace deal, but rather a framework outlining the protocols and timeline for future discussions, the head of the M23 delegation, Benjamin Mbonimpa , said in a video posted on X.
Mbonimpa said the framework agreement includes eight protocols that address the ‘root causes’ of the conflict and that will be discussed in the coming weeks. He did not giver further details. “There will be neither any change in the situation on the ground nor any activity whatsoever until the protocols are debated, negotiated and discussed one by one and a final peace agreement is reached,” the head of M23’s delegation said. A key objective of the framework agreement is the joint management of the rebel-held areas by the Congolese government and M23, a spokesperson for the rebels, Lawrence Kanyuka, told The Associated Press. Backed by neighboring Rwanda, M23 is the most prominent of more than 100 armed groups fighting for control in Congo’s mineral-rich east. With 7 million people displaced in Congo, the U.N. has called the conflict “one of the most protracted, complex, serious humanitarian crises on Earth.”seized Goma and Bukavu, two key cities in eastern CongoQatar has hosted multiple rounds of talks since April between the Congolese government and the rebels, mainly to set preconditions for a peace deal and agree on confidence-building steps, but both sides still accuse each other of dragging out the conflict.in Qatar to end the conflict and commit to a comprehensive peace agreement that would include the restoration of state authorities in key eastern cities controlled by the insurgents and the exchange of prisoners. The two sides agreed to finalize a peace deal no later than Aug. 18 but missed that deadline, accusing each other of violating peace terms.Massad Boulos, senior adviser to U.S. President Donald Trump, attended the ceremony in Doha and called the framework agreement a “starting point.” “It is only the beginning, but we know the final outcome will be very fruitful,” he said, calling it a “historic” opportunity. The Trump administration has led mediation efforts between Rwanda — which is accused of backing M23 — and Congo, leading to theCopyright 2025 The Associated Press. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten or redistributed without permission.Car narrowly missing sleeping child after crashing into apartment | 'Didn't know what to think'Victim's family relieved after Palatka woman sentenced in 2022 fatal stabbingLocal Tiktok creator helps fuel Dachshund adoption waveNights of Lights returns this weekendBillboard honors Jacksonville man who was murdered in 2020Jacksonville grocer reports weekly loss of up to $25K amid SNAP delaysFree Food at Trout River Food Truck Park for those affected by SNAP delaysNew details on Jacksonville area crime spree that affected multiple businessesCity of Jacksonville working to address high cost, lack of availability when it comes to child careCity of Jacksonville working to address high cost, lack of availability when it comes to child careJFRD works to put out boat fire in Ortega River; no injuries reportedMan arrested on DUI manslaughter charges 6 months after crash that killed teacher, toddlerClay County one step closer to new public safety complexSplit Happens Ep. 4: What the law really says about affairsNews4JAX and City Rescue Mission Collect ‘Shoeboxes of Love’ for the HomelessPolitics & Power: How curbing H-1B visas could affect US economyTravis Hunter undergoes knee surgery, Jaguars announce; will miss rest of seasonCity celebrates service members at 2025 Veterans Day Parade1 dead, 1 injured after multiple house fires break out across Jacksonville overnightCold snap breaks records with more freezing temps on the wayHere are some tips to avoid fire safety hazards when dealing with cold weatherUnsure of what to do with your fruit in the cold weather? Here are tips from a meteorologistUnsure of what to do with your fruit in the cold weather? Here are tips from a meteorologistFall into fun with all the local Northeast Florida events from Nov. 10 - Nov. 16
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