Joseph Kabila, former president of the DRC, has criticized the government's justice system after the Senate voted to lift his immunity, allowing for prosecution over allegations of treason and war crimes. In a recent speech, he denied any links to the M23 rebel group and described the government's actions as a misuse of power. With his past presidency from 2001 to 2019, Kabila's potential return from exile raises concerns about the ongoing conflicts in eastern Congo, particularly in the context of U.S. interests in the region's minerals.
Kabila condemned the government's actions, claiming the justice system is being misused as a tool of oppression in a dictatorship focused on survival.
Following the Senate's decision to lift Kabila's immunity, he asserted that his commitment to defending the DRC's sovereignty remains unwavering despite the accusations.
Kabila accused the Kinshasa government of making arbitrary and hasty decisions and reaffirmed his loyalty to the country amidst the ongoing conflict.
The call for peace between the DRC and Rwanda, as emphasized by the U.S., reflects a larger geopolitical interest in the region's mineral resources.
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