{"id":65694,"date":"2024-02-19T17:07:43","date_gmt":"2024-02-19T17:07:43","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.africa-press.net\/rwanda\/all-news\/rwanda-raises-alarm-on-drcs-military-build-up-and-threats"},"modified":"2024-02-19T17:07:43","modified_gmt":"2024-02-19T17:07:43","slug":"rwanda-raises-alarm-on-drcs-military-build-up-and-threats","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.africa-press.net\/rwanda\/policy\/rwanda-raises-alarm-on-drcs-military-build-up-and-threats","title":{"rendered":"Rwanda Raises Alarm on DRC\u2019s Military Build-Up and Threats"},"content":{"rendered":"

Africa-Press – Rwanda. <\/strong><\/span>Rwanda has voiced deep concerns over the recent developments in the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC), particularly its significant military build-up and abandonment of regional peace processes.<\/p>\n

In a statement issued by the Rwandan government, it expressed worries about the DRC\u2019s aggressive actions in North Kivu, signaling a potential threat to regional stability.<\/p>\n

The Rwandan government highlighted the DRC\u2019s collaboration with the Democratic Forces for the Liberation of Rwanda (FDLR), a Rwandan ethnic militia associated with the 1994 genocide against the Tutsi in Rwanda.<\/p>\n

This partnership, coupled with the expulsion of the East African Community Regional Force in December 2023, has allowed the M23 rebel group to make significant advances, raising serious security concerns.<\/p>\n

President Fe\u0301lix Tshisekedi\u2019s administration has been accused of promoting hate speech and tribalism, leading to ethnic discrimination and targeted violence against Congolese Tutsi civilians.<\/p>\n

The integration of FDLR into the Congolese Armed Forces (FARDC) has further exacerbated tensions and posed a direct threat to Rwanda\u2019s national security.<\/p>\n

To address the escalating risk, Rwanda has emphasized the need for a political resolution to the M23 issue within the DRC. The government asserts that any attempt to externalize the problem into Rwanda will not be tolerated.<\/p>\n

In response to threats of invasion and forceful regime change by Congolese political and military leaders, Rwanda has adjusted its security posture.<\/p>\n

Measures have been implemented to ensure complete air defense and degrade offensive air capabilities, following the deployment of advanced Chinese CH-4 attack drones by the DRC and violations of Rwandan airspace by Congolese fighter jets.<\/p>\n

Rwanda has expressed disappointment with the recent statement from the U.S. Department of State, which it believes misrepresents the situation and contradicts previous confidence-building efforts.<\/p>\n

The government plans to seek clarification from the U.S. Government regarding its stance on the matter.<\/p>\n

Furthermore, Rwanda has urged for an end to DRC\u2019s support for FDLR and emphasized the importance of their demobilization and repatriation to Rwanda.<\/p>\n

The government reaffirms its commitment to defending the country\u2019s territorial integrity and preserving national unity.<\/p>\n

Rwanda commends the mediation efforts of regional leaders, particularly President Joa\u0303o Lourenc\u0327o of Angola, and remains dedicated to addressing the root causes of conflict to achieve security and stability in the Great Lakes Region.<\/p>\n

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Africa-Press – Rwanda. Rwanda has voiced deep concerns over the recent developments in the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC), particularly its significant military build-up and abandonment of regional peace processes. 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