Ceasefire verification mission begins in eastern Democratic Republic of the Congo
Story essentials
DRC Government, M23 Rebels, ICGLR observers
Eastern Democratic Republic of the Congo
August 24, 2026
This page is produced by collecting and structuring multiple public reports. Sections based only on reporting or testimony affect the displayed assessment, and the page is updated when new information is identified.
About this article
COMPAMIR Editorial Team
The COMPAMIR editorial team brings together public reporting and links to the original coverage. We update the page as new information emerges.
Read our editorial policy- Earlier version 18/24/2026, 10:40:30 PM
A mission to verify the ceasefire between the Congolese army and M23 rebels has commenced. The team is visiting conflict-affected areas including Minembwe, Uvira, and Kalehe. The DRC government accused M23 of killing over 300 people in June and July. M23 accused government forces of a deadly artillery attack near Minembwe.
Read next
Prioritized by shared people, places, and events.
Libya's eastern-based parliament elects new speaker
The eastern-based House of Representatives elected Al-Salhin Abdelnabi al-Obeidi as the new speaker. The vote replaces Aguila Saleh after a 12-year tenure. The move reflects shifting political dynamics and the consolidation of power by the Haftar clan.