The two neighbouring nations sign a US-brokered deal aimed at stopping the fighting in eastern DR Congo.

Congo and Rwanda have committed to drafting a peace deal by May 2, aiming to cease military aid to armed groups in eastern Congo. This agreement, facilitated by the U.S., promises economic growth through mineral investments.

Congo and Rwanda vowed to come up with a draft peace deal by May 2 and refrain from providing military support to armed groups, according to an agreement signed in Washington on Friday as part of diplomatic efforts to end violence in eastern Congo.