UN Highlights Rwanda's Role in DRC Conflict Amid Escalating Violence
Despite mounting evidence of Rwanda's involvement, Western support for the Rwandan government continues as the humanitarian crisis in eastern DRC worsens.
- A UN investigation has again highlighted Rwanda's role in supporting the M23 militia, accused of severe atrocities in the Democratic Republic of the Congo (DRC).
- Despite evidence of Rwanda's involvement in the DRC conflict, the US and UK continue to support the Rwandan government.
- Violence in eastern DRC has escalated, leading to significant displacement and a humanitarian crisis.
- International efforts to address the situation, including a UN Security Council condemnation and deployment of SADC troops, have so far been ineffective.
- Evidence of Rwanda's military support to M23 rebels, including the use of sophisticated weapons, has emerged.