Rwanda and DR Congo Sign US-Brokered Peace Deal Amid Fresh Violence

The leaders of Rwanda and the Democratic Republic of Congo (DR Congo) have signed a formal peace agreement in Washington, D.C. The deal aims to end decades of conflict in Central Africa. U.S. President Donald Trump hosted the signing summit. The agreement creates a framework for a complex peace process between the two nations. However, new reports of violence in the region emerged alongside the signing. This fresh fighting immediately raises questions about the accord's effectiveness. The conflict is one of Africa's longest-running wars. It has involved numerous armed groups and caused a severe humanitarian crisis. The United States acted as the primary mediator for the deal. International observers will now monitor the implementation of the peace process.