US Sanctions Rwanda Military Amid Ongoing Conflict in Eastern Congo

The United States imposed sanctions on Rwanda's military and senior officials over their alleged support for the M23 rebel group involved in ongoing fighting in eastern Democratic Republic of Congo. The U.S. Treasury and State Departments cited Rwanda's backing as enabling rebel advances and human rights abuses. Rwanda denied the allegations, stating the sanctions unfairly target one party and affirming commitment to disengagement alongside Congo's obligations under a December peace deal. Fighting persists despite mediation efforts.