### [2026-10-28](/feed/2026/10/28/index.md)

##### Rwanda–United States relations
# The United States imposes sanctions on the Rwandan ministry of defence over its role in the conflict in eastern Democratic Republic of the Congo, alleging that Rwanda is backing the M23 rebels to fight against Congolese forces. 

By Daphne PsaledakisWASHINGTON, Oct 28 (Reuters) - The US imposed sanctions on Rwanda’s ministry of defense on Wednesday over the conflict in eastern Democratic Republic … Leggi


### Sources:

1. [Internazionale](https://www.internazionale.it/ultime-notizie-reuters/2026/10/28/us-imposes-sanctions-on-rwanda-s-ministry-of-defense) [Image](https://static.internazionale.it/assets/img/home-summary-img-substitute.png)

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