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RDF explains circumstances under which a soldier crossed into DRC

By IGIHE
On 20 October 2021 at 05:44

Rwanda Defence Force (RDF) has explained circumstances under which a Rwandan soldier unintentionally crossed into the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC) on Monday 18th October 2021 as he pursued smugglers along with colleagues.

As RDF explained, the soldier crossed from the side of Bugeshi sector in Rubavu district.

The statement released on Tuesday 19th October reads that RDF continues to maintain good relations with Congolese army, FARDC.

“On 18th Oct 2021, Rwanda security forces pursued smugglers who crossed the Rwanda-DRC border at Hehu Cell, Bugeshi Sector, Rubavu District. Rwandan law enforcement forces unintentionally crossed a few meters into the DRC while pursuing the smugglers who were carrying unidentified packages and believed to have been armed. The RDF and FARDC maintain good relations and continue to collaborate on security matters,” reads the statement.

Rwandan soldiers conducting drills.

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