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DR Congo: Kabila’s move towards M23 raises questions over peace

DW13 October 2026, 15:46 UTCDemocratic Republic of the Congo

Former DR Congo President Joseph Kabila has joined a new political-military front that brings together the Rwandan-backed AFC/M23 coalition. Analysts say it could reshape opposition to President Felix Tshisekedi.

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Ilunga Ilunkamba SylvestreGovernment leadersDemocratic Republic of the Congo12 October 2026, 03:33 UTC
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