Donald Yamamoto: “Credible, peaceful elections is absolutely a must before we can talk about further engagement.”

I don't like to play defense, I like to play offense.

The United States is an important partner in the implementation of steadily increasing political, economic, and security reforms.

We will hold Kabila responsible and accountable to instituting, implementing the agreements.

We will continue to press for an end to violence, broad-based dialogue without precondition, respect for human rights, and accountability.