US Shifts to Security-Focused Strategy in DRC and Rwanda Amid Trump-Linked Mineral Interests

The US has recalibrated its relations with the Democratic Republic of Congo and Rwanda, prioritizing security and strategic mineral access while imposing sanctions on Rwanda’s military. This shift follows revelations of Donald Trump's business ties linked to minerals in conflict zones within the DRC, underscoring a complex geopolitical and commercial entanglement. Moving forward, the US will likely deepen security collaborations with Kinshasa, navigating the fragile balance between economic interests and regional stability.