Recent news in the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC) highlights the security situation in the east of the country. The Congolese President, Félix Tshisekedi, has once again accused Rwanda of being at the origin of the instability which is raging in the region of the great Kivus. In a joint press conference with his South African counterpart, Tshisekedi said Rwanda “has always lied” in denying responsibility for the situation.
According to Tshisekedi, Rwanda has long presented the DRC’s aggression as an internal problem and even labeled members of the M23 rebel group as Congolese who took up arms against their own country. However, the Congolese President claims that these claims are false and that there is clear evidence of Rwandan involvement in the DRC aggression.
Tshisekedi also raises concerns about the East African regional force, tasked with maintaining security in the region. He criticizes the behavior of this force, in particular with regard to the non-respect of peace agreements and treaties. He claims to have noticed a connivance between the Ugandan and Kenyan contingents with the elements of the rebel group M23, even favoring the levying of taxes in certain localities.
The Congolese President does not completely reject this regional force, but calls for measures to guarantee its respect for the peace agreements. Discussions are planned with the leaders of the countries concerned to find solutions to these problems by September.
This situation highlights the importance of a peaceful resolution to the crisis in eastern DRC. Tshisekedi expresses his willingness to negotiate with Rwanda, despite the current difficulties. He believes that direct talks between the two countries could help find a lasting solution and restore stability in the region.
In conclusion, the security situation in eastern DRC remains worrying, with persistent accusations against Rwanda. President Tshisekedi is calling for talks and action to ensure that the East African regional force respects the peace agreements. Resolving this crisis is crucial to restoring stability to the region and ensuring a peaceful future for the DRC and its citizens