US Accuses Rwanda of Violating Peace Deal as M23 Rebels Capture Key Congo City

Breaking News: US Scolds Rwanda for Violating Peace Deal as M23 Rebels Seize Key Congo City The United States has accused Rwanda of violating a US-brokered peace agreement by backing a deadly new rebel offensive in the mineral-rich eastern Congo. The US Ambassador to the UN, Mike Waltz, expressed profound concern and disappointment over the renewed outbreak of violence by the Rwanda-backed M23 rebels. The rebels claim to have captured the strategic city of Uvira in South Kivu province, where over 400 civilians have been killed since the escalation of the offensive. According to officials, Rwandan special forces were present in Uvira, further implicating Rwanda in the conflict. The US has warned that spoilers will be held accountable for their actions. The UN Security Council convened an emergency meeting to discuss the situation, with the US Ambassador emphasizing the need for a peaceful resolution. The conflict in the eastern Congo has been ongoing for years, with various rebel groups vying for control of the region's rich mineral resources. The M23 rebels, backed by Rwanda, have been a major force in the conflict. The US-brokered peace agreement aimed to bring an end to the violence, but its violation has led to a significant escalation of the conflict. The immediate impact of the US scolding is yet to be seen, but it is likely to put pressure on Rwanda to reconsider its support for the M23 rebels. The international community is closely watching the situation, with the UN and other organizations calling for a peaceful resolution to the conflict. The people of the eastern Congo, who have suffered greatly in the conflict, are hoping for an end to the violence and a return to stability. As the situation continues to unfold, the international community will be closely monitoring the developments. The US has made it clear that it will not tolerate spoilers in the conflict, and it remains to be seen how Rwanda will respond to the US warning. The people of the eastern Congo are bracing themselves for more violence, but they are also holding onto hope for a peaceful resolution to the conflict.