The disintegration of the M23 rebel group could destabilize the region but ultimately benefit Kinshasa.

The M23 rebel group has been locked in a standoff with the Congolese military since Nov. 20.

Stratfor Africa Analyst Mark Schroeder discusses the conflict between the Democratic Republic of the Congo and Rwandan proxy force M23 and the larger struggle in the region.

Stratfor Africa analyst Mark Schroeder discusses Rwanda's motives for asserting its power in eastern Congo and explains how such moves could generate unwanted political backlash.

Rwanda will use a new Congolese rebel movement to protect its interests across the border.