DR Congo government and M23 rebels agree ceasefire after Qatar talks

The Democratic Republic of Congo and the Rwandan-backed M23 rebels have agreed to a ceasefire in eastern Congo, pending the outcome of peace talks mediated by Qatar. This truce follows a significant escalation in conflict, with 7,000 deaths reported since January, and aims to foster dialogue despite previous tensions and accusations of Rwandan support for the rebels. Both parties committed to halting hostilities and promoting peace, though the durability of this truce remains uncertain given past collapses of similar agreements.