After 30 Years of Conflict, Rwanda and the Democratic Republic of the Congo Sign Peace Agreement Brokered by the United States and Qatar
Peace Agreement Between Rwanda and the Democratic Republic of the Congo Ends 30-Year Conflict With Millions of Victims and Refugees
U.S. President Donald Trump met with the foreign ministers of Rwanda and the Democratic Republic of the Congo following the signing of a historic peace agreement between the two countries. The event was marked by a ceremonial celebration, which Trump described as a “long-awaited glorious victory.” He emphasized that the conflict between the two nations had cost many opportunities and lives, and that the time had come to bring it to an end.
.@POTUS: “In a few short months, we’ve now achieved peace between India and Pakistan, Israel and Iran, and the DRC and Rwanda.” 🙏 🕊️ pic.twitter.com/NVp84FHODv
— Rapid Response 47 (@RapidResponse47) June 27, 2025
President Trump commended the roles of Qatar and the African Union, acknowledging their intensive coordination and joint efforts in facilitating the agreement. He emphasized that Doha worked tirelessly and closely with Washington to help secure the accord. He also issued a warning, stating that “if Rwanda or the Democratic Republic of the Congo fails to implement the agreement, bad things will happen.”
Trump’s envoy noted that the deal represents a final peace agreement between the two parties, with additional agreements expected to follow. He also mentioned growing interest from U.S. companies in investing in rare earth minerals in both countries.
President Trump added that what matters most to him is the conclusion of a war between two previously warring nations. “We have just ended a war that lasted for years and claimed six million lives,” he said. Rwanda’s foreign minister stated that the agreement paves the way for cooperation aimed at reinforcing peace and promoting investment in the region’s resources. The Democratic Republic of the Congo’s foreign minister stressed the importance of overcoming upcoming challenges to activate a real partnership between the two nations.
U.S. Vice President De Vance described the moment as “significant, ending years of bloodshed,” while Secretary of State Marco Rubio noted that “achieving peace is harder than war, and President Trump’s voice is the strongest globally in advocating for peace.”
The agreement concludes nearly three decades of conflict that began in 1994 and resulted in thousands of casualties on both sides. It is expected to end hostilities and enable the United States to benefit from the DRC’s rare mineral resources. The accord requires Rwanda to withdraw its troops from eastern Congo within 90 days and establishes a framework for economic cooperation, as Washington seeks to expand its influence in the mineral-rich region.
