The Rwanda Defence Force (RDF) on Tuesday, October 19, has released a statement clearing air on the cross-border incident in Rubavu District a day earlier when Rwandan troops crossed into neighboring DR Congo to pursue smugglers.
On Monday, October 18, Rwandan security forces pursued smugglers who crossed the Rwanda-DR Congo border at Hehu Cell, Bugeshi Sector, Rubavu District.
“Rwandan law enforcement forces unintentionally crossed a few meters into the DRC while pursuing the smugglers who were carrying unidentified packages and believed to have been armed,” the communique from RDF reads.
“The RDF and FARDC maintain good relations and continue to collaborate on security matters.” it adds
Yesterday, Congolese forces spokesperson, Lt Col Njike Kaiko made clears to different media houses that RDF exchanged fire with FARDC in attempt to rescue colleague who was arrested.
“It is in front of this structure (EJVM) that the Rwandan army will be able to present the reason for its presence this Monday in the DRC,” said Njike.
