Kagame says sanctions on Rwanda ignore DR Congo crisis roots
By The BriefBrief
Rwanda’s President Paul Kagame criticized sanctions imposed on Rwanda over the conflict in eastern DR Congo, saying they have worsened existing problems without addressing the crisis’s root causes. Speaking at a press conference on Monday, August 24, he argued international pressure focuses on punishment rather than the issues sustaining instability in eastern DR Congo.
WHO:President Paul Kagame
WHAT:Criticized sanctions imposed on Rwanda over the eastern DR Congo conflict as not addressing root causes
WHEN:Aug 24, 2026
WHERE:Rwanda
WHY:He was reacting to international sanctions imposed on Rwanda, including US sanctions on the Rwanda Defence Force and four senior commanders.
