President Félix Tshisekedi of the Democratic Republic of the Congo and President Paul Kagame of Rwanda have reached a ceasefire agreement in Doha.
The talks, mediated by Qatari officials, aimed to ease the long-standing tensions between the two neighboring countries.
The agreement was finalized during a high-level meeting in the Qatari capital, where both leaders discussed ways to end hostilities. The conflict, centered around the eastern region of the DRC, has involved clashes between Congolese forces and the M23 rebel group, which Kinshasa accuses Rwanda of supporting. Kigali has repeatedly denied these allegations.
The ceasefire deal was facilitated by Qatari diplomats, who played a key role in bringing both sides to the negotiating table. Their efforts were part of a broader push to restore peace and stability in the Great Lakes region, where violence has displaced thousands of civilians.
The conflict has put a strain on regional relations, with previous peace efforts failing to hold. The new agreement comes at a critical time, as both nations seek to avoid further escalation and focus on diplomatic solutions.
Details of the implementation process remain unclear, but observers hope this agreement will pave the way for lasting peace. The international community is closely watching to see if both countries honor their commitments and work toward a sustainable resolution.