Joseph Kabila: US sanctions DR Congo ex-president alleging M23 support

The US has imposed sanctions on former Democratic Republic of Congo President Joseph Kabila, accusing him of supporting the M23 rebel group. Washington alleges he provided financial support and encouraged defections from the Congolese army. The sanctions aim to freeze all of Kabila's assets in the US and prohibit American citizens and companies from doing business with him. This measure is part of a broader effort to support a peace deal between DR Congo and Rwanda.