How will a new alliance affect the conflict in eastern DRC?
Summary
Joseph Kabila, who led the Democratic Republic of the Congo (DRC) for nearly 20 years, has formed a new political and military alliance with the M23 fighters in eastern DRC. This group opposes the current government in Kinshasa, and experts worry the alliance could increase the fighting in the region, where peace talks have not yet succeeded.Key Facts
- Joseph Kabila ruled the DRC for almost two decades.
- Kabila has formed a political-military alliance with M23 fighters.
- The alliance opposes the government based in Kinshasa, the DRC's capital.
- M23 is an armed group active in eastern DRC.
- Previous attempts at peace between the government, rebels, and armed groups have failed.
- Experts participating in a discussion include security, political risk, and African geopolitics specialists.
- There are concerns that the new alliance will worsen the ongoing conflict in eastern DRC.
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