African Leaders Praise U.S.-Brokered Deal for Congo and Rwanda

Four African presidents have publicly commended the United States for mediating a new peace agreement. The deal aims to end decades of conflict in the eastern Democratic Republic of the Congo (DRC). The leaders of Rwanda, the DRC, Kenya, and Angola all praised Washington's diplomatic role. They described the agreement as a critical opportunity to build lasting stability in the region. The long-running conflict involves numerous armed groups. It has caused a severe humanitarian crisis, displacing millions of people across Central Africa. This U.S.-led initiative represents a significant international effort to resolve the tensions. Observers now watch to see if the deal will lead to concrete actions and a sustained ceasefire on the ground.