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Tensions Flare Between Belgium and Rwanda Over Diplomats Amidst an intricate web of diplomacy and history, Belgium and Rwanda are currently embroiled in a tit-for-tat expulsion of each other's diplomats. This clash, reminiscent of Cold War-era tussles, stems from deep-seated accusations about each nation's role in the turbulent conflict ravaging the eastern Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC). What prompts two sovereign nations to take such drastic measures in today's interconnected world? A Move Rooted in…

Tensions have markedly increased as Belgium and Rwanda exchange diplomatic expulsions amid accusations revolving around their roles in the conflict unfolding in the eastern Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC). This escalation reflects a deeper and more complex narrative, woven through years of historical tensions and regional conflict. Rwanda's Department of Foreign Affairs and International Cooperation articulated their stance with striking clarity in a statement posted on X, where they explained,…

The Rwandan government has sharply rebuked Belgium for what it perceives as an “aggressive campaign” aimed at disrupting its access to vital development funding. In a bold move, Belgium has urged the European Union to suspend direct budgetary support to Rwanda, contingent on the nation “severing ties with the Tutsi-led M23 rebels,” who have made significant territorial gains in the eastern parts of the Democratic Republic of the Congo (DRC). This dramatic escalation of diplomatic tensions raises an important question: To…

In a pivotal moment for Belgian politics, Bart De Wever, a stalwart of conservatism, has officially assumed the role of Prime Minister. This follows an arduous journey toward coalition formation, which has reshaped the political landscape of the nation, demonstrating a notable shift to the right. After seven months fraught with negotiation, the coalition agreement was finally sealed late Friday night. With this, De Wever becomes the first nationalist from the predominantly Dutch-speaking region of Flanders to lead Belgium.…

On Monday, France bounced back from a sluggish start to defeat neighboring Belgium 2-0. Randal Kolo Muani’s close-range effort and Ousmane Dembele’s precise left-footed strike earned them their first points in the Nations League. Showing determination, France shook up their squad with eight changes, including resting Kylian Mbappe, following a 3-1 loss to Italy in Paris just last Friday in their initial League A Group 2 match. Initially, the visitors pressed hard, but the French took control after settling into the…

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Paul Rusesabagina, in distinction to Paul Kagame, who had acquired Belgian citizenship, is at the moment on trial for terrorism in Kigali. The verdict in his trial is predicted on September 20. He was going through life in jail. Known for saving the lives of a thousand folks through the 1994 Tutsi genocide, Paul Rusesabagina-…

Belgium is taking a major step forward in returning items looted during colonial times. The authorities have just presented a new legal framework. The Belgians no longer want items that have been forcibly acquired, resulting in the return of thousands of works by the Democratic Republic of Congo. From our correspondent in…

The Belgian government yesterday (Tuesday) presented a roadmap for listing the objects illegally acquired in the Congo from 1885 to 1960. A global approach to preparing potential refunds without waiting for a formal request from the Congolese authorities. Belgium currently has in its federal collections about 85,000 objects from…

Laurent Gbagbo's departure to Abidjan will take place on Thursday 17 June. In Brussels, where the former Ivorian president had resided since his release from the ICC in February 2019, his supporters fought for his release and then for his return to the country. They have been waiting a long time for this moment. "The release…