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Rwanda says it killed a Congolese soldier who crossed the border, heightening tensions

Jan. 16, 2024 19:10 PM EST

KIGALI, Rwanda (AP) — Rwanda’s military on Tuesday said it had killed a Congolese soldier who crossed the border and allegedly fired at Rwandan army patrols, the latest incident in cross-border tensions between the neighbors. The Rwanda Defense Force said in a statement it also...

Burundi closes its border with Rwanda and deports Rwandans, accusing the country of backing rebels

Jan. 11, 2024 14:53 PM EST

NAIROBI, Kenya (AP) — Burundi's internal affairs minister on Thursday announced the country was suspending diplomatic ties with Rwanda, closing their border and deporting Rwandan citizens, claiming it was a response to its neighbor's alleged support for a rebel group that has been attacking...