European Lawmakers Urge Freeze on Aid to Rwanda

European Parliament seeks freeze on EU aid to Rwanda over Congo conflict
PARIS (Reuters) - The European Parliament urged the European Union on Thursday to freeze direct budget support for Rwanda until it breaks links with Tutsi-led M23 rebels and allows humanitarian access
European Lawmakers Urge Freeze on Aid to Rwanda Over Congo War
European Union lawmakers called for a halt to financial assistance for Rwanda because of its support for the M23 rebel insurgency in neighboring Democratic Republic of Congo.
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In addition to the freeze on budget support, the parliament also urged for the suspension of a memorandum of understanding between the EU and Rwanda. This agreement was intended to back Rwanda's strategic mineral supplies, but the parliament wants it on hold until Rwanda ceases its alleged interference in Congo.
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