In a significant summit, leaders from eastern and southern Africa convened to address the ongoing conflict in the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC). The meeting, which included Rwandan and Congolese representatives, concluded with a strong call for an immediate ceasefire and the initiation of direct talks with rebel groups. African leaders emphasized the need for dialogue as a pathway to peace and urged military chiefs to enforce the ceasefire. Multiple high-level discussions were held to explore political solutions, with various leaders reiterating their commitment to resolve the conflict, described by some as an ethnic war. The situation remains complex, with rising tensions in the region and the need for unified action to restore stability.