The “M23 Movement” in the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC) announced on the 3rd that it will initiate a new round of dialogue with the DRC government in Doha, the capital of North Kivu Province, the eastern part of the country.
“M23 Movement” spokesperson Mboninpa stated at the meeting held on the same day that under the mediation of Qatar, a fifth round of dialogue would be conducted with the DRC government. However, he did not disclose the exact timing for the dialogue. Mboninpa mentioned that the “M23 Movement” had repeatedly called for a ceasefire agreement to be signed with the DRC government before starting a new round of dialogue, but this request was rejected by the government.
On April 23, the DRC government issued a statement saying that after the dialogue in Doha, both parties had reached a consensus on promoting a ceasefire and peace process. On June 27, the DRC and Rwanda signed a comprehensive peace agreement in Washington, D.C., U.S., promising to end the 30-year conflict and promote peace and stability in the Great Lakes region of Africa.
Recently, tensions in the eastern part of the DRC have escalated sharply, with the “M23 Movement” launching offensives in North Kivu, South Kivu, and other areas. The conflict has resulted in significant civilian casualties and displacement.