The Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC) and the M23 rebel group agree on a roadmap for peace talks aimed at ending fighting in eastern DRC. The agreement follows international mediation and comes after earlier commitments, including a deal signed in Doha last year, with hostilities continuing in mineral-rich areas where civilians have been displaced.
According to multiple outlets, the roadmap lays out sequenced steps and timelines for negotiations and includes provisions for handling ceasefire-related issues. France 24 reports a focus on standardised reporting of alleged ceasefire violations. Euronews and others note that fighting persists even as talks resume. DW and RFI highlight that remaining disputes—such as disagreements over M23, Rwanda’s involvement, and broader security concerns—could still affect implementation.
