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Washington Accords Failure

The Washington Accords did not improve security in eastern DRC, with violence intensifying after the signing ceremony.

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What has been the on-the-ground security outcome in eastern DRC since the Washington ceremony?

The Washington signing ceremony did not translate into improved security on the ground in eastern DRC; violence intensified, major towns changed hands, and civilians were displaced in the weeks that f...