DRC government transfers prisoners to M23 in first implementation of 2025 deal
The Democratic Republic of the Congo government transferred 15 prisoners to M23 rebels on Thursday, marking the first concrete step toward implementing the 2025 Washington Accords. The Red Cross facilitated the handover through Uganda into rebel-held territory. The transfer follows months of delays over verification disputes. While the exchange is viewed as a sign of progress in diplomatic negotiations, concurrent clashes in North Kivu and the continued presence of Rwandan troops in eastern DRC maintain high regional tensions.
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Country: Democratic Republic of the Congo
Conflict: M23 Rebellion
Severity: MEDIUM
Source: Africa.com