At Least Three Dead After Attempted Coup In The Democratic Republic Of Congo, Allegedly Involving Americans, Fails
Daily CallerMAY 29 2024
The Spin
Pro-establishment narrative
Tshisekedi won his office amid accusations of corruption and questions about his legitimacy, and the people of the DRC remain impoverished and are searching for alternative leadership. Fighting corruption and improving governance are essential for peace and development, so the DRC must work with Western powers to empower the Congolese people instead of the nation's kleptocrats.
Establishment-critical narrative
Given the US' history of meddling in Congolese affairs — including the American private military company Bancroft's recent attack on Chinese-owned mines in the country — it wouldn't surprise the Congolese people if US mercenaries were involved here, too. Western nations, particularly the US, can't be trusted and the DRC will have to do its best without their help.