M23!Belgium is strongly condemning the attack on Bukavu

"Belgium strongly condemns the offensive on Bukavu by the M23/AFC supported by Rwanda."

Like I wrote in recent post,the Belgium gorvenment is too worried of a grand war on Kinshasha and the region.

Belgium further noted:

"This increases human suffering and the risks of an extension of the conflict. Respect for the territorial integrity of the DRC, human rights and international humanitarian law as well as the protection of civilians are essential."

"The M23/AFC and Rwandan troops must withdraw. Belgium urges the parties to engage in regional mediation and dialogue."

"We are working with our European and international partners to ensure that this situation does not remain unaddressed."

"Action should be taken to strengthen the cohesion of the DRC and address the root causes of the conflict."

France had also earlier condemned the attacks on Bukavu!

France strongly condemns the Rwandan-backed M23 offensive in South Kivu towards Bukavu, in the east of the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC). It is very concerned about the ongoing fighting, which is worsening an already dire humanitarian situation. The M23 must immediately cease its offensive and withdraw from the territories it has taken control of. Support for armed groups by all parties must cease.

France reaffirms its solidarity with the Democratic Republic of Congo and its unwavering commitment to its territorial integrity and sovereignty. It calls for the immediate withdrawal of Rwandan forces from the territory of the Democratic Republic of Congo.

Priority is given to a return to the ceasefire and the resumption of dialogue. Following the capture of Goma on 28 January 2025, this offensive by the M23 supported by the RDF is undermining regional peace efforts and the implementation of the conclusions of the joint summit of the East African Community (EAC) and the Southern African Development Community (SADC) held on 7 and 8 February 2025. France urges the parties to implement the immediate and unconditional ceasefire decided at this summit.

France calls on all armed groups, including the M23, to lay down their arms and resume dialogue to put an end to the violence and protect civilian populations.

France is ready to implement new multilateral sanctions against all actors contributing to the armed conflict, instability and insecurity in eastern DRC.