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Rwanda has broken its diplomatic relations with Belgium. Rwanda claims Belgium has continually attempted to undermine its position during the conflict happening in the Democratic Republic of Congo (DR Congo).
Belgium has been a key voice in urging European countries to impose sanctions on Rwanda because of its support for the rebel group known as the M23.
This group is heavily involved in the crisis in DR Congo.
In Kigali, the capital of Rwanda, authorities have informed Belgian diplomats that they must leave the country within 48 hours.
Belgium, once the colonial ruler of Rwanda, has stated that it will respond to Rwanda’s actions. Belgium also called Rwanda’s decision “too harsh.”
While the United Nations and the United States claim that Rwanda is backing the M23, Rwanda strongly denies this accusation.
On Monday, Kigali issued a statement accusing Belgium of trying to maintain its “colonial ways.”
“Belgium has clearly taken sides in a regional conflict and continues to systematically mobilise against Rwanda in different forums, using lies and manipulation to secure an unjustified hostile opinion of Rwanda, in an attempt to destabilise both Rwanda and the region,” the statement said.
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