Congo's Rebellion: M23's March Toward a Parallel State

The M23 rebellion in eastern Democratic Republic of Congo is establishing a parallel administration, challenging the central government. Despite peace efforts, including U.S.-brokered deals, M23 continues its state-building activities, furthering ethnic tensions and exploiting regional conflicts. The group's military and civilian training aims to solidify power amidst ongoing unrest.

In eastern Democratic Republic of Congo, the M23 rebellion is actively creating a parallel administration, defying the central government's attempts at peace and stability.

Despite international efforts, including a U.S.-brokered agreement aimed at restoring peace, the group persistently consolidates power, exploiting Congo's deep-seated ethnic and resource-based conflicts.

M23's military and civilian training programs are designed to strengthen their grip on the region by building a loyal base and harnessing local resources, further destabilizing an area already mired in longstanding unrest.

(With inputs from agencies.)