Gloria Terra
Published: Monday, March 17
Updated: Monday, March 17
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Rwanda has announced the severance of its diplomatic ties with Belgium, demanding that all Belgian diplomats leave the country within 48 hours. The Rwandan Ministry of Foreign Affairs and International Cooperation accused Belgium of "consistently undermining" Rwanda amid the ongoing conflict in the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC). This statement follows heightened tensions after Belgium recently froze aid and suspended trade agreements in response to Rwanda's actions in the DRC.
In a forceful statement, the Rwandan government outlined its position, stating, “Belgium has clearly taken sides in a regional conflict and continues to mobilize against Rwanda.” Rwandan President Paul Kagame criticized Belgium at a press conference, referring to its historical role in Rwanda’s colonial past and labeling its actions as "neo-colonial interference." He affirmed Rwanda's commitment to defending its national interests against any foreign influence.
The Belgian government has expressed regret over Rwanda's decision, with Foreign Minister Maxime Prevot noting that the move reflects a lack of willingness to engage in dialogue. This diplomatic rift underscores ongoing tensions surrounding Rwanda's involvement in DRC, where it faces accusations of supporting proxy rebel forces in the region, although Rwanda denies these claims.
For further details, visit Al Jazeera and Le Monde.
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