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DR Congo-Rwanda Peace Deal Met with Skepticism in Rebel Stronghold

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Ghanaian soldiers in military vehicles discuss the country's $2.8bn debt reset.

Military personnel in Ghana analyze the implications of the debt restructuring deal.

A new peace deal between DR Congo and Rwanda, signed in Washington, has stirred mixed feelings, especially in the rebel-held city of Goma. While some hail it as a hopeful step forward, critics, such as former President Joseph Kabila, dismiss it as a trade deal disguised as diplomacy. The agreement demands disarmament of armed groups but lacks clear implementation plans and excludes the M23 rebels, who control much of eastern DR Congo. Experts warn that without justice, inclusion, and genuine commitment, the deal may falter like past efforts. With thousands displaced and lives lost, many locals are skeptical, fearing that mineral-rich lands could again be traded away under questionable peace commitments.

BBC