• Advertise
  • Contact
Friday, August 1, 2025
Queens Voice News
  • Login
  • Home
    • About Us
  • Trump Administration
  • NYC Elections 2025
    • Public Advocate Candidates Forum
    • Comptroller Candidates Forum
    • Meet the Candidate Video Interview Series
  • Metro
  • U.S.
  • International
  • Opinion
  • Podcasts
  • Home
    • About Us
  • Trump Administration
  • NYC Elections 2025
    • Public Advocate Candidates Forum
    • Comptroller Candidates Forum
    • Meet the Candidate Video Interview Series
  • Metro
  • U.S.
  • International
  • Opinion
  • Podcasts
No Result
View All Result
New York Voice
No Result
View All Result
Home International Africa

Rwanda and DRC Agree to Draft Peace Deal Amid Ongoing Conflict

Lisa Miller by Lisa Miller
April 27, 2025
in Africa, International, U.S.

Photo credit: U.S. Secretary of State Marco Rubio official X @SecRubio

Share on FacebookShare on Twitter

Rwanda and the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC) have agreed to create a peace agreement by May 2, 2025, to address the rising conflict in eastern DRC. The agreement was formalized by the foreign ministers of both nations and observed by U.S. Secretary of State Marco Rubio, who conveyed the U.S. government’s dedication to supporting the peace initiative.

The signing event, held in Washington, D.C., represented an unusual instance of collaboration between the two countries, which have historically disagreed over the violence occurring in the eastern regions of the DRC. This violence, mainly driven by the M23 rebel faction, which faces accusations of receiving support from Rwanda, has led to significant displacement and destruction. Numerous civilians have lost their lives in confrontations between DRC forces and the M23 rebels, who have taken control of critical cities in the area, such as Goma and Bukavu.

Secretary Rubio underscored the peace agreement’s importance, pointing out its broader regional effects. He stated, “A durable peace in the Great Lakes region will open the door for greater U.S. and broader Western investment,” indicating that stable governance could create economic opportunities for the region. 

Cautious optimism was expressed by both foreign ministers, with DRC’s Foreign Minister Therese Kayikwamba Wagner emphasizing that the agreement represents a “political commitment” to achieving peace. She remarked, “Peace must come first, followed by the rebuilding of trust, and then – only when conditions are right – the careful reopening of a path to meaningful bilateral cooperation.”

Rwanda’s Foreign Minister, Olivier Nduhungirehe, acknowledged the progress made but insisted that achieving lasting peace would be challenging. “Today we are talking about the real issues, the root causes that must be addressed to achieve a lasting peace in our region,” Nduhungirehe declared. He highlighted the significance of security, the repatriation of refugees, and the necessity of developing new economic ties between the two nations.

The United States has played a pivotal role in facilitating these discussions, with senior advisor Massad Boulos playing a key role in steering the dialogue. Under the agreement, Rwanda and the DRC have pledged to mutually recognize sovereignty, address security concerns, and assist in the return of displaced individuals.

Despite ongoing fighting in some parts of North Kivu, the signing of the Declaration of Principles signals a potential shift in diplomatic efforts to achieve peace in a region plagued by conflict for many years. Both parties have vowed to work toward a broad peace agreement, which, if successful, could reshape the region’s future and enable essential investment and development.

Tags: Democratic Republic of CongoDRCEastern DRCGreat Lakes RegionMarco RubioOlivier NduhungirehePeace AgreementRwandaTherese Kayikwamba WagnerUS Diplomacy

Related Posts

Massive Quake Off Kamchatka Triggers Tsunami Alerts Across Pacific
International

Massive Quake Off Kamchatka Triggers Tsunami Alerts Across Pacific

by Michelle Wilson
July 30, 2025
Gunman Kills Four in NYC Office Tower Before Taking Own Life
Metro

Gunman Kills Four in NYC Office Tower Before Taking Own Life

by Maria Cruz
July 29, 2025
Senegal Faces Financial Crisis After $13 Billion in Hidden Debt Uncovered
International

Senegal Faces Financial Crisis After $13 Billion in Hidden Debt Uncovered

by Maria Cruz
July 25, 2025
ICE Granted Access to Medicaid Records Under Trump Administration Deal
Trump Administration

ICE Granted Access to Medicaid Records Under Trump Administration Deal

by Tamara Brown
July 17, 2025
U.S. Deports Convicted Migrants to Eswatini After Home Countries Refuse Entry
International

U.S. Deports Convicted Migrants to Eswatini After Home Countries Refuse Entry

by Lisa Miller
July 17, 2025

Translate

No Result
View All Result

VOICE and LAN Newspapers Retailers

  • NEWS CATEGORIES
  • Metro
  • Crime and Public Safety
  • Adams Adminstration
  • School Safety
  • Education
  • U.S.
  • International
  • QUICK LINKS
  • Home
  • Retail Locations
  • Advertise With Us
  • About Us
  • Contact

© 2024 Queens Voice News. All Rights Reserved.

Welcome Back!

Login to your account below

Forgotten Password?

Retrieve your password

Please enter your username or email address to reset your password.

Log In
No Result
View All Result
  • Home
  • Metro
  • Crime and Public Safety
  • Adams Adminstration
  • Education
  • School Safety
  • U.S.
  • International
  • Newspaper Editions
  • Retail Locations
  • Advertise With Us
  • About Us
  • Contact

© 2024 Queens Voice News. All Rights Reserved.

Are you sure want to unlock this post?
Unlock left : 0
Are you sure want to cancel subscription?