Congo, M23 rebels pledge in Qatar to reach peace deal next month

Members of the M23 rebel group ride on a pickup truck as they leave their position for patrols amid conflict between them and the Armed Forces of the Democratic Republic of the Congo (FARDC), in Goma, eastern Democratic Republic of the Congo, January 29, 2025. PHOTO | REUTERS

What you need to know:

  • Agreement expected to be signed Saturday in Doha
  • Key details to end fighting still need to be negotiated
  • U.S. hosting separate talks between Rwanda and Congo