Last month, the Trump administration hosted the signing of a peace agreement to resolve one of the world’s longest-standing conflicts between the Democratic Republic of the Congo and Rwanda. The agreement, brokered by the United States with support from Qatar, is expected to announce commitments to resolve decades-long issues on disarmament, border integrity, paramilitary groups, economic integration, and the return of refugees and humanitarian access to the region.

This is a historic moment for two African states eager to transition into a new era of stability and prosperity, and an opportunity to signal to the world where the continent’s future is focused. This agreement is also evidence of where President Trump is focused: facilitating the mechanics and politics to end “endless wars” and welcome an era of peace for those who want it.

Throughout his campaign, President Trump promised a commitment to peace — determined to continue the successes from his first term, like the Abraham Accords, which confronted generational issues with a bold, American-led declaration. His second term has opened a pathway for mediation for countries willing to lean into America’s........

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