M23 Rebels Withdraw from Peace Talks in Congo Amid EU Sanctions

The M23 rebels, supported by Rwanda, have pulled out of peace talks scheduled in Angola due to EU sanctions imposed on them and Rwandan officials. The talks aimed at resolving the conflict in eastern DRC were hindered by these actions, according to the Congo River Alliance.

On March 17, 2025, the Rwanda-backed M23 rebels announced their withdrawal from peace talks scheduled for the following day in Angola. These negotiations were intended to address the ongoing conflict in the eastern region of the Democratic Republic of Congo. The Congo River Alliance, to which the M23 belongs, cited the recent sanctions imposed by the European Union against M23 and Rwandan officials as the reason for their withdrawal.

In summary, the M23 rebels’ decision to withdraw from peace talks highlights the influence of international sanctions on conflict resolution efforts in the Democratic Republic of Congo. The discord between the rebels and governing bodies persists, casting doubt on the possibility of achieving peaceful negotiations amidst external pressures.

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