Africa
DRC president claims Trump deal requires he seize another term
The White House must make clear that its minerals deal has nothing to do with whether Felix Tshisekedi stays in office
August 07, 2026
The White House must make clear that its minerals deal has nothing to do with whether Felix Tshisekedi stays in office
Minerals, peace deals, and a complete dissolution of relations with at least one country. Who says the president isn’t paying attention?
The president boasted this week that he personally brought peace to eight global conflicts. This wasn't one of them.
Critics would say this active interest in the continent is purely transactional. But to get to deals, there must be peace.
The admin is signing peace and economic pacts today with countries that should be bursting with investment, not swimming in blood.
Reports today suggest both sides — on deadline — submitted drafts for preliminary peace accord
