# Rwanda has ended diplomatic ties with Belgium, accusing it of undermining Kigali during the ongoing conflict in the Democratic Republic of Congo. Belgium has led calls for European sanctions against Rwanda over its alleged support for the M23 rebel group. Kigali has denied involvement and given Belgian diplomats 48 hours to leave. Belgium called the decision disproportionate and will expel Rwandan diplomats in response. The UN has urged Rwanda to withdraw its troops from the DRC.
Rwanda gives Belgium 48 hours to leave Kigali, cuts diplomatic ties