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Rwanda’s strength and resolve: M23 warns Tshisekedi against pursuing suicidal path

By IGIHE
On 8 January 2024 at 02:37

Lawrence Kanyuka, the political spokesperson for the M23 rebel group, issued a stern warning to President Félix Antoine Tshisekedi of the Democratic Republic of the Congo, asserting that any attempt to engage in a war with Rwanda would be akin to committing suicide. In an interview with Voice of America’s Peter Clottey, Kanyuka highlighted Rwanda’s significant progress in various sectors, particularly in education, health, and security, emphasizing the country’s formidable military strength.

Rwanda, according to Kanyuka, has actively contributed to combating terrorism in Central Africa and Mozambique, deploying experienced soldiers for this purpose. Speaking on behalf of M23, Kanyuka emphasized that Tshisekedi’s contemplated war with Rwanda would be self-destructive.

On December 18, 2023, President Tshisekedi announced his intention to seek parliamentary approval for a war on Rwanda, asserting that the Congolese army (FARDC) possessed the capability to strike Kigali without leaving Goma City. This announcement raised concerns and was alluded to by President Paul Kagame during a year-end address.

President Kagame dismissed the notion of attacking Rwanda, cautioning those contemplating such actions. He expressed skepticism about viewing Tshisekedi’s statements as mere jest and asserted that he would prepare accordingly until presented with evidence to the contrary.

Speculation suggests that Tshisekedi’s mention of the plan to attack Rwanda could be a political maneuver to garner support for a second term, offering a diversion from challenges faced during his initial tenure.

M23 has warned Tshisekedi against pursuing suicidal path.

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