Inside the renewed escalation in eastern Congo as peace deals falter

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An M23 rebel walks on the outskirts of Matanda which is controlled by M23 rebels, in eastern Democratic Republic of Congo, March 22, 2025. 

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What you need to know:


  • Army and rebels reinforce positions amid missed peace deadlines
  • US and Qatari peace talks undermined by mistrust and broken promises