Despite diplomatic progress in recent months, the United States has negotiated a peace agreement between the DRC and Rwanda, and Qatar facilitating a declaration of principles between the Congolese government and the M23 rebels, tensions remain high in eastern DRC-where several armed groups operate.
THE Security advice has also sought to promote peace in the realization region, in particular by its adoption of Resolution 2773 In February 2025, calling for all parties to refrain from violence against civilians. However, the victims continue to increase in the east of the country.
“In northern Kivu, the situation has increased considerably since April,” said Martha Ama Akya PobeeDeputy secretary general for Africa in the departments of political affairs and consolidation of peace and peace operations told ambassadors.
The DRC is currently faced with one of the most acute humanitarian emergencies in the world, with increasing food insecurity and 5.9 million Congolese currently in internal.
Significant escalation
“” Unfortunately, the evolution of the security situation on the ground has not equaled the progress made on the Diplomatic FronT, “said Ms. Pobee.
The recent attacks by M23 armed groups and Congo River Alliance (AFC), as well as the attacks of the Allied Democratic Forces – a militia associated with the Isil terrorist group – have considerably increased civilian victims.
Meanwhile, humanitarian workers continue to risk their lives to provide limited assistance to populations in need.
In the midst of general indifference, sexual violence linked to conflicts persists, as is the forced recruitment of children.
“Critical juncture”
“” We cannot and must not accept extreme sufferings and recurring horrors which are commonplace in eastern DRC“Said Ms. Pobee.
To protect civilians, restore law and order and meet the depths of the humanitarian needs of the population, the parties must cease hostilities.
“At this critical stage for the DRC and the region, it is crucial that this council gives all its weight behind current peace efforts, containing its influence to ensure respect and respect for resolution 2773,” she told the Security Council.
Although the situation on the ground remains disastrous, a real commitment from the parties, as well as the concerted support of the international community, will contribute to laying the foundations for lasting peace, the senior official has stressed.
Originally published at Almouwatin.com
