US imposes sanctions on Rwanda military over east Congo fighting
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US Sanctions Rwanda Military Over Congo ConflictIn March 2026, the US sanctioned Rwanda’s top military officials for backing M23 rebels amid ongoing eastern DRC violence.
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- The US imposed sanctions targeting Rwanda Defence Force leaders for their involvement in eastern Congo’s persistent conflict.
- Rwanda denies backing the M23 rebels, but US authorities attribute rebel gains to Rwandan support.
- Despite a peace deal signed in December 2025, fighting continues on multiple fronts in the region.
- The Congolese government views the sanctions as a strong endorsement of its sovereignty and territorial integrity.
horrific human rights abuses.— U.S. State Department, describing Rwanda's support as having enabled horrific human rights abuses.
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