Hopes for a mid-July withdrawal of Rwandan troops from eastern Democratic Republic of Congo have been dashed, with no discernible progress reported. Accusations continue to fly between Kigali and Kinshasa, while international partners are also implicated in the stalled implementation of the Washington agreements. Both sides blame the other for a lack of movement, raising concerns about the viability of the peace process. The agreements, meant to de-escalate tensions, remain unfulfilled, leaving the situation in eastern DRC precarious. The ongoing failure to withdraw troops and address underlying issues raises questions about whether the peace talks have reached a standstill. Sanctions remain in place as the situation deteriorates and hopes for a resolution diminish.