The Democratic Republic of Congo and Rwanda pledged to ease tensions and reaffirmed their commitment to a ceasefire after an unexpected meeting in Qatar. This development follows international sanctions on Rwandan officials due to their involvement in the support of rebels in Congo.
In a surprising development, the presidents of the Democratic Republic of Congo and Rwanda have committed to reducing tensions following a meeting in Qatar. President Paul Kagame of Rwanda and his Congolese counterpart, Felix Tshisekedi, met with Qatar’s Emir Sheikh Tamim bin Hamad Al Thani in Doha to discuss effective measures to alleviate the ongoing crisis in eastern Congo.
The unexpected summit in Qatar resulted in a renewed commitment to ceasefire and dialogue, following escalated tensions due to Rwandan support for rebel forces. The ongoing conflict has devastated eastern Congo, necessitating immediate political dialogue to address its root causes and ensure regional security.
Original Source: financialpost.com
