South Africa warns Rwanda of ‘declaration of war’ after DRC assault
Regional tensions spiral as peacekeepers killed in fighting following Rwandan-backed M23 rebel group offensive
South Africa and Rwanda go head-to-head over DR Congo war
South Africa and Rwanda have long had a difficult relationship.In 2014, South Africa expelled three Rwandan diplomats after an attack on the home of an exiled Rwandan dissident in Johannesburg. Kagame's government responded by expelling six South African envoys.
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The fall of Goma heralds more bloodshed in eastern Congo
The scene is the result of the invasion of Goma on January 27th by M23, an armed group under the control of Rwanda, Congo’s neighbour, which abuts the city. Paul Kagame, Rwanda’s president, has escalated a crisis whose origins go back decades.
Six peacekeepers killed fighting rebels in eastern Congo, officials say, as rebels close in on Goma
Fighting with M23 rebels in eastern Democratic Republic of Congo left six United Nations peacekeepers dead, UN officials said Saturday.
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Kagame threatens South Africa’s Ramaphosa over DRC intervention
They may be on opposite sides of the Congolese battlefield only by proxy, but Pretoria and Kigali are now trading undiplomatic warnings. The war in eastern Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC) is also stirring up old disputes between the two countries.
Rwanda's Kagame slams criticism of east Congo offensive as rebels push south
By Yassin Kombi and Sonia Rolley GOMA, Democratic Republic of Congo (Reuters) -President Paul Kagame said Rwanda was ready for "confrontation" as he rejected criticism over his backing for M23 rebels who were pushing south on Thursday in eastern Democratic Republic of Congo after capturing the major city of Goma.
Peacekeepers’ vehicle burns near Goma as rebels close in on eastern Congo’s main city
M23 has made significant territorial gains in recent weeks, encircling the eastern city of Goma, which has around 2 million people and is a regional hub for security and humanitarian efforts.
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African bloc urges DR Congo to directly engage with M23 to resolve conflict in Goma
East African Community holds special virtual summit, skipped by DR Congo’s president, to discuss Goma crisis - Anadolu Ajansı
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DRC: Rwanda president Kagame dares South African military
Rwanda President Paul Kagame has warned South Africa that although Rwanda prefers peace, it will, without doubt, respond to any “confrontation” from any force that threatens its sovereignty or defence forces.
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Civil war raging in DRC becomes a nightmare for South Africa
President Cyril Ramaphosa remains in direct contact with the presidents of the Democratic Republic of the Congo and of Rwanda, the perceived backer of the M23 rebels
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South African troops in DRC are not part of the battle, and are no longer under siege - Motshekga
Speaking at a press briefing on Wednesday, defence minister Angie Motshekga and international relations minister Ronald Lamola outlined the latest developments, South Africa's involvement, and diplomatic efforts to restore stability.
Rwanda’s Kagame defiant on criticism of east Congo offensive as rebels push south
M23 rebels, with support from Rwandan troops, marched into Goma earlier this week and are now advancing south toward Bukavu.