Rwanda has severed diplomatic relations with Belgium, claiming the latter has undermined its position amid the conflict in the Democratic Republic of Congo. This decision was formally communicated by Rwanda’s foreign affairs ministry and is effective immediately.
On March 17, 2025, Rwanda announced the immediate severance of diplomatic ties with Belgium, citing Belgium’s consistent undermining of Rwanda during the ongoing conflict in the Democratic Republic of Congo. The Rwandan foreign affairs ministry issued a formal statement notifying Belgium of this decision.
The decision by Rwanda to cut diplomatic relations with Belgium underscores significant tensions stemming from Belgium’s perceived role in the ongoing conflict in the Democratic Republic of Congo. This move reflects Rwanda’s strong stance against external influence that it considers detrimental to its national interests.
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