The United States has announced a series of sanctions targeting armed groups and mining companies in the Democratic Republic of the Congo (DRC) linked to the illicit minerals trade and ongoing violence. These sanctions aim to address the destabilizing effects of conflict minerals on the region, which have been reported to finance militant activities and exacerbate armed conflicts. The sanctions specifically target entities suspected of profiting from illicit mining practices. As geopolitical tensions rise, the US government is taking steps to regulate the flow of conflict minerals that feed the global tech supply chain, emphasizing the need for ethical mining practices and investment opportunities that prioritize stability and human rights in the DRC.