In a forward-looking analysis, the ongoing conflict between Rwanda and the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC) is rooted in persistent allegations of armed group support on both sides. Rwandan President Paul Kagame has accused Congolese authorities of arming the Democratic Forces for the Liberation of Rwanda (FDLR), a Hutu armed group, on DRC soil, which Kigali claims poses a threat to its security. Meanwhile, Kinshasa alleges that Rwanda supports the M23 movement in eastern DRC and has sent troops into Congolese territory. Evidence provided by Rwanda includes testimonies from former FDLR members who have voluntarily returned or been captured. In an effort to verify a ceasefire, a delegation from the joint mechanism tasked with verifying compliance under the Doha peace agreement arrived in South Kivu province, eastern DRC, on August 24, 2025, with logistical support from MONUSCO. This development marks a significant step towards resolving regional tensions and fostering sustainable peace between Rwanda and the DRC. The peace agreement signed in Washington, D.C., on June 27, 2025, included provisions to end support for armed groups, respect sovereignty, and coordinate security efforts, as well as plans for regional economic integration. Qatar, the US, Togo, Switzerland, and the African Union are overseeing the implementation of this agreement, which also resulted in the signing of the Doha Framework Agreement for Peace on November 15, 2025, between the DRC government and the M23 movement. The peace process initiated by Qatar's Emir Sheikh Tamim bin Hamad Al Thani in March 2025 has opened two separate tracks: one between Rwanda and the DRC, and another among parties to the conflict in the DRC, paving the way for a more secure and prosperous future for the region.