DRC peace talks open as violence shifts to remote highlands

As peace talks convene in Geneva, the conflict in eastern DRC moves into treacherous, remote terrain, complicating aid and monitoring efforts. | Contesto: cronaca

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• DRC peace talks open as violence shifts to remote highlands

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Delegates from the government of the Democratic Republic of Congo and the M23 rebel group convened in Geneva on Tuesday for a new round of peace talks aimed at ending a devastating war in the country's east, even as the conflict itself shifted into remote, highland areas that are becoming increasingly inaccessible and dangerous. The talks, facilitated by international mediators, represent the latest in a series of attempts to broker a durable ceasefire in a region that has seen decades of cyclical violence. The M23, a predominantly Tutsi-led militia, resumed its large-scale offensive in late 2021, seizing vast swathes of territory in North Kivu province and displacing hundreds of thousands of civilians. Previous diplomatic initiatives and regional military deployments have failed to halt the group's advance or address the complex web of local and international grievances fueling the conflict. While diplomats negotiate in Switzerland, the reality on the ground is one of escalating peril for civilians. Aid agencies and UN observers report that active combat has moved into the highlands of Masisi and Rutshuru territories, areas characterized by rugged terrain, poor roads, and volatile weather. This geographical shift severely hampers humanitarian access, leaving displaced populations cut off from food, medical care, and protection. It also complicates the task of independent ceasefire monitoring, creating a fog of war that can be exploited by all armed actors. The strategic move into these remote zones is seen by analysts as a tactical recalibration by the M23, which continues to enjoy significant military superiority over the beleaguered Congolese army (FARDC) and its allied militias. Controlling the high ground offers defensive advantages and complicates counter-offensives. Furthermore, the region is rich in minerals, adding a layer of economic incentive to the military calculus. The conflict's entanglement with regional tensions, particularly Rwanda's alleged support for M23—a charge Kigali denies—ensures the fighting has repercussions far beyond Congo's borders. For the millions of Congolese caught in the crossfire, the Geneva talks offer a fragile thread of...

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