Rwanda Cuts Diplomatic Ties with Belgium Amid DR Congo Conflict Escalation

Tue Mar 18 2025 07:33:01 GMT+0200 (Eastern European Standard Time)
Rwanda Cuts Diplomatic Ties with Belgium Amid DR Congo Conflict Escalation

Rwanda accuses Belgium of undermining its efforts during the ongoing crisis in the Democratic Republic of Congo.


In a significant diplomatic shift, Rwanda has announced the severance of ties with Belgium, citing consistent undermining by the European nation throughout the conflict in the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC). This announcement comes in the wake of Belgium's vocal advocacy for sanctions against Kigali due to its alleged support for the M23 rebel group, a key player in the DRC's ongoing turmoil. The Rwandan government has issued a 48-hour ultimatum for Belgian diplomats to vacate the country. Belgium, once Rwanda's colonial power, has termed Rwanda's actions "disproportionate" and has promised to respond to this diplomatic escalation. This development raises questions about international relations in the region and the broader implications for the ongoing crisis in the DRC, where conflicts continue to claim lives and destabilize communities.

The cut in diplomatic ties exemplifies the growing tensions between Rwanda and Belgium, particularly as both nations navigate the complex landscape of the DRC conflict. As global attention turns towards the implications of Rwanda’s actions, analysts will be monitoring potential ramifications for regional stability and international relations.

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