When asked about his thoughts on the issue during a press conference on Thursday, President Trump acknowledged that it is indeed a serious matter.
'You're asking me a question about Rwanda, and it is a very serious problem, I agree, but I don't think it's appropriate right now to talk about it,' he responded.
During the same interview, President Trump touched on various other topics, focusing on his desire to address both domestic and international challenges.
The DRC accuses Rwanda of collaborating with the M23 rebel group, a claim that Rwanda has repeatedly denied, instead accusing the DRC of supporting the FDLR, a terrorist group responsible for the 1994 Genocide against the Tutsi, and which still seeks to overthrow the Rwandan government.
This group receives military training, equipment, intelligence, and other support from the DRC government, further strengthening its position and ability to expand its operations.
The situation became even more tense for Rwanda after President Félix Tshisekedi of the DRC confirmed intentions to support whoever seeking to topple Rwanda's leadership.
In response, Rwanda has implemented defensive measures to help combat the security threats along its border with the DRC, while President Tshisekedi remains committed to continuing the war against M23, a group that has been calling for talks for three years but has refused to participate.
M23 has gained control of vast areas in North Kivu Province, including the city of Goma, which they captured earlier this week.
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