Al Mayadeen English

  • Ar
  • Es
  • x
Al Mayadeen English

Slogan

  • News
    • Politics
    • Economy
    • Sports
    • Arts&Culture
    • Health
    • Miscellaneous
    • Technology
    • Environment
  • Articles
    • Opinion
    • Analysis
    • Blog
    • Features
  • Videos
    • NewsFeed
    • Video Features
    • Explainers
    • TV
    • Digital Series
  • Infographs
  • In Pictures
  • • LIVE
News
  • Politics
  • Economy
  • Sports
  • Arts&Culture
  • Health
  • Miscellaneous
  • Technology
  • Environment
Articles
  • Opinion
  • Analysis
  • Blog
  • Features
Videos
  • NewsFeed
  • Video Features
  • Explainers
  • TV
  • Digital Series
Infographs
In Pictures
  • Africa
  • Asia
  • Asia-Pacific
  • Europe
  • Latin America
  • MENA
  • Palestine
  • US & Canada
BREAKING
Israeli media outlet: Security incident reported in the Gaza Strip
Iranian Foreign Ministry spokesperson: No new date or venue has been set for the meeting between Araghchi and Witkoff, and no negotiations will take place until the outcome is guaranteed
Palestinian platforms: Settlers storm Al-Aqsa Mosque complex under the protection of the occupation police
Palestinian platforms: The IOF detonated a booby-trapped robot east of the al-Zaytoun neighborhood, south of Gaza City
Syrian Defense: We call on all parties in Sweida to cooperate with security forces and exercise restraint
Al Mayadeen's correspondent: The Lebanese Army is continuing its investigations and will later announce any information that does not affect the confidentiality of the investigation
Al Mayadeen's correspondent: It has not yet been determined whether the detainees belong to ISIS or another organization
Al Mayadeen's correspondent: Around 10 people of different nationalities, including Lebanese nationals, were detained
Al Mayadeen's correspondent: The Lebanese army arrested a number of people in the Matn area of Mount Lebanon with possession it has not disclosed
Gaza Civil Defense spokesman: We have strong indications that there are martyrs, injuries, and trapped people in the Salah al-Din area

Foreign ministers of DR Congo, Rwanda agree to speed up de-escalation

  • By Al Mayadeen English
  • Source: Agencies
  • 6 Nov 2022 10:47
  • 1 Shares
2 Min Read

Only time will tell if any de-escalation is possible as clashes continue to resume right after agreements are reached.

  • x
  • Vincent Biruta (Right), João Lourenço (Centre), Christophe Lutundula (Left)
    Vincent Biruta (Right), João Lourenço (Centre), Christophe Lutundula (Left)

In light of the violent clashes between DR Congo and Rwanda, the foreign ministers of both countries have agreed on Saturday to step up efforts to de-escalate the political crisis.

Regional relations in the area have been destabilized over recent months, with the DRC accusing its smaller neighbor of backing a rebel militant group that has displaced tens of thousands of people.

Rwanda denies backing the group, but many rebuke these claims. 

#DRC : It is imperative and urgent that the International Community hear the cry of the Congolese.
It is INHUMAN to continue to see the atrocities that #Kagame and its #RDF / #M23 inflict on this population of Eastern DRC and not to sanction the #Rwanda . pic.twitter.com/AKL39MosNH

— Kisoro Media (@Izabay5Innocent) November 2, 2022

Following their meeting in Angola, the foreign ministers stated in a joint statement that they agreed to pursue talks "as a priority way of resolving the political crisis between the two brotherly countries" and to define "a timetable for accelerating" the de-escalation plan signed in July. 

Rwandan President Paul Kagame and President of the DRC Felix Tshisekedi had agreed on July 7 at a summit in Angola to end hostilities, an agreement that Angola's President Joao Lourenco called a "ceasefire".

But shortly after the agreement was announced, clashes resumed the following day. 

After a short period of calm, the M23 militia sparked clashes again in October, taking over large territories in eastern DRC and causing thousands to be displaced. 

Hypocritical UK condemnation to whom is supporting #M23. Why don't you name #Rwanda & #Uganda and sanctions them? Are you part of conspiracy for DRC balkanisation? pic.twitter.com/NXf3hFoamc

— PLonghe (@LonghePhilippe) October 29, 2022

Related News

DR Congo, Rwanda to sign peace accord on June 27

Head of UN mission in DR Congo arrives in M23-held Goma

The rebel group resumed fighting in 2021 due to the failure of the DRC to implement a vow to integrate them into the army, among other pledges. 

On October 29, DRC authorities expelled Rwanda's Ambassador to the DRC Vincent Karega, after allegations of the arrival of Rwandan troops on Congolese soil.

Eastern DRC has been stricken by frequent attacks from armed militias, some of which go back over 30 years ago. 

The M23 movement has gained ground in the eastern Democratic Republic of Congo, prompting other regional actors to intervene in ending the conflict. 

Last week, Kenya deployed troops to the DRC in a commitment to fight terrorism. 

A Vist of the former president of Kenya #H.E uhuru kenyatta to bujumbura to discuss with current EAC head H.E Èvarste Ndayishimiye about security issues in #DRCONGO, 16 Nov 22 is set for peace talks between all stakeholders involved #M23 inclusive. #RwOT pic.twitter.com/tTytn5bl80

— Derrick Mugabo (@DerricMugabo) November 5, 2022

A UN report revealed that the fighting has caused the displacement of over 50,000 people since October 20.

Some 12,000 have taken refuge in Uganda.

Struck by a visit to Dzaleka @refugees camp #UNHCR in Malawi with over 43,000 refugees & asylum seekers from the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC), Burundi, Rwanda, Somalia, Ethiopia & elsewhere. Touched by recounts of irregular migration #War #Hunger #ClimateCrisis #HumanRights pic.twitter.com/BoWlDFQAd1

— Mark Mellett (@mark_mellett) November 5, 2022

Read more: DR Congo authorities report 14 casualties in militia attack

  • DR Congo
  • M23 rebels
  • Rwanda

Most Read

Hezbollah SG reveals war details on Al Mayadeen for the first time

Hezbollah SG reveals war details on Al Mayadeen for the first time

  • Politics
  • 8 Jul 2025
Major ambush in Gaza kills 6 Israeli troops, injures dozens

Major ambush in Gaza kills 5 Israeli troops, injures 14

  • Politics
  • 8 Jul 2025
Israeli soldiers are seen in Beit Hanoun ahead of an operation by the al-Qassam Brigades, undated (Al-Qassam Brigades Military Media)

'Israel' on blast as media exposes report discrepancies in Gaza ambush

  • Palestine
  • 8 Jul 2025
Yemen Navy sinks ETERNITY C ship, shares footage of operation

Yemen Navy sinks ETERNITY C ship, shares footage of operation

  • Politics
  • 9 Jul 2025

Coverage

All
The Ummah's Martyrs

Read Next

All
The Freedom Flotilla ship Handala as it departs for Gaza, where it aims to break the maritime blockade at a port in Syracuse, Sicily in southern Italy on July 13, 2025. (AFP)
Palestine

Freedom Flotilla's Handala departs Sicily in bid to break Gaza siege

The container ship CMA CGM Laperouse, left, docks at the Georgia Ports Authority's Port of Savannah, Sept. 29, 2021, in Savannah, Ga (AP)
Politics

US shipbuilding woes deepen as tariffs, outdated policies backfire

Gaza war raises ethical questions for ex-Obama, Biden officials
Politics

Mercenary firm tied to Gaza war crimes hires Obama-Biden PR operatives

'Israel' targets children in Gaza collecting water
Palestine

'Israel' strikes Gaza kids fetching water, blames it on 'malfunction'

Al Mayadeen English

Al Mayadeen is an Arab Independent Media Satellite Channel.

All Rights Reserved

  • x
  • Privacy Policy
  • About Us
  • Contact Us
  • Authors
Android
iOS