US Sanctions Reveal the Complex Battle for Congo’s Minerals Amid Ongoing Conflict
The U.S. government sanctions armed groups and companies profiting from conflict minerals in eastern Congo, exposing the tangled web of violence, exploitation, and geopolitical interests that threaten regional stability and American national security.
In a move aimed at curbing illicit trade and promoting stability, the United States has sanctioned the CODECO armed group and several companies involved in profiting from conflict minerals in eastern Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC). These sanctions underscore a troubling reality: the intersection of violent conflict, resource exploitation, and foreign policy interests makes peace in this critical region elusive—and the stakes are high for America. Who Really Benefits From Congo’s Mineral Wealth? CODECO's control over the Rubaya coltan mine between 2022 and early 2024 allowed it to generate revenue through illegal fees, forced labor, mineral smuggling, and even executions....
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