M23 rebel group

The M23 (March 23 Movement) is a rebel group operating in the eastern Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC), reportedly backed by Rwanda. They are newsworthy due to renewed fighting with DRC government forces, occurring almost immediately after a peace deal was signed in Washington, D.C., brokered by then-US President Donald Trump. The resurgence of conflict has led to accusations from the US ambassador to the UN that Rwanda is escalating tensions in the Great Lakes region. The M23 and the DRC government are trading blame for initiating the renewed hostilities. This resurgence undermines efforts to establish lasting peace in the region and raises concerns about the stability of the DRC and broader regional security.