Tshisekedi’s rivals besieged as US sanctions Kabila

The US Department of the Treasury has sanctioned former Democratic Republic of the Congo president Joseph Kabila for his support of the March 23 Movement (M23) and the Congo River Alliance (AFC). This decision may bolster President Félix Tshisekedi's recent political gains as he seeks to isolate Kabila and the AFC while negotiating with M23. Despite increased diplomatic pressure, fighting in eastern DRC continues, and concerns remain about the sustainability of a recent humanitarian corridor.