US Imposes Sanctions on M23 and FDLR Commanders in Eastern Congo
The U.S. Department of the Treasury announced sanctions on June 2, 2026, targeting senior commanders of the M23 and FDLR armed groups. Specifically, John Imani Nzenze of M23 and Gustave Kubwayo of FDLR were designated for their roles in orchestrating attacks on civilians and human rights violations in eastern DR Congo. The sanctions aim to reinforce the Washington Accords for Peace and Prosperity and pressure regional actors to halt support for insurgent movements.
Date: June 2, 2026
Location: Democratic Republic of the Congo
Conflict: M23 Rebellion
Category: sanctions
Severity: MEDIUM
Source: U.S. Department of the Treasury