Could Donald Trump be in line for one of the world’s most prestigious prizes?
According to a reporter, the President of the Democratic Republic of Congo, Félix Tshisekedi, is thinking of nominating Trump for the Nobel Peace Prize.
The reason? Trump’s role in brokering a peace deal between the DRC and Rwanda, which has been fighting for over 30 years.
The agreement, signed on Friday, aims to end the decades-long conflict that has claimed over 6 million lives.
A Big Deal for the World?
The deal is a significant milestone, not just for the two countries involved but also for the US government and American companies.
The agreement will give them access to critical minerals needed for much of the world’s technology, including cobalt, which is vital for tech.
According to the reporter, Tshisekedi praised Trump’s efforts, saying that American presidents had overlooked this conflict for many years.
The President of the DRC hopes to meet Trump in the future to discuss the deal further.
The Conflict Between Rwanda and the DRC
The conflict between Rwanda and the DRC began shortly after the Rwandan genocide in 1994, which saw Hutu extremists murder over 800,000 Tutsis.
After the government that allowed the genocide was overthrown, the Hutu extremists fled to the DRC, leading to multiple wars that have lasted until today.
The conflict has resulted in millions of deaths and displacement, with armed groups taking over areas of the DRC.
The DRC is known for its mines of cobalt, making this conflict even more heightened, as other countries bid to get the natural resources.
What’s in the Deal?
While official details of the agreement aren’t known, earlier drafts suggest that both sides will respect each other’s territory and stop hostilities. They will also disarm and return refugees and displaced persons to their homes.
The deal is expected to benefit the US, which will gain access to critical minerals. Trump has said the US is getting “a lot of rights to” the minerals, although the exact details are unclear.
The peace deal is a significant step forward, and it will be interesting to see how it unfolds in the coming days. Will Trump receive the Nobel Peace Prize for his efforts? Only time will tell.