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The government described the reported abuses as "crimes and serious violations of human rights and international humanitarian law committed against civilians" and accused M23 of continuing actions that have worsened the situation in areas under its control.
In a joint statement after five days of talks in Switzerland, they said they had pledged to "pursue negotiations towards comprehensive peace and conflict resolution" and set up a mechanism to monitor the ceasefire.
Iran’s Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi said US “many demands” caused peace talks in Islamabad to fail. Speaking in Russia, he said Iran will consult allies after talks collapsed following a Trump-cancelled planned US diplomatic mission.
Vance cited shortcomings in the talks, saying that Iran had chosen not to accept American terms, including to not build nuclear weapons.
Despite hopes for progress, ongoing hostilities and deep divisions on territorial demands continue to cast doubt over any immediate breakthrough.
Russia continues to demand Ukraine cede the remaining areas of the Donbas region it does not control. Ukraine, on the other hand, is seeking robust assurances from the United States and European allies to prevent further attacks if a peace deal is agreed.
The meeting brought together senior African and international figures to consolidate ongoing diplomatic initiatives aimed at ending conflict and restoring stability in the DRC and the wider Great Lakes region.
According to the Hamas-run health ministry, more than 67,000 people have been killed in the territory since then. These figures are considered credible by the UN and other international bodies.