Kigali, Rwanda – (African Boulevard News) – The role of the French army during the Rwandan genocide in 1994 has once again come under scrutiny. Parisian investigating judges responsible for the investigations into the alleged inaction of the French army during the Bisesero massacres have issued a new order of general dismissal. This order has sparked widespread outrage among survivors and activists who have long sought justice and accountability.
The Bisesero massacres were a series of killings that took place in the Bisesero region of Rwanda during the genocide. It is estimated that thousands of Tutsis sought refuge in the hills of Bisesero, where they were besieged by Hutu militias. Despite numerous pleas for help, the survivors were left to fend for themselves, resulting in the loss of many innocent lives.
The French army’s role in the Rwandan genocide has been a contentious issue for years. Critics argue that France, which had a close relationship with the Hutu-led government at the time, turned a blind eye to the atrocities being committed against the Tutsis. Some even allege that French forces were complicit in the violence.
However, the new order of general dismissal by the Parisian investigating judges has caused shock and disappointment among survivors and activists. They believe that this decision erases the suffering and trauma endured by the victims and undermines efforts to bring those responsible to justice.
Etienne Nsanzimana, a survivor of the Bisesero massacres, expressed his frustration, saying, “We were counting on the investigation to finally shed light on what happened and hold those responsible accountable. The dismissal feels like a slap in the face.”
Human rights organizations have also criticized the decision. Amnesty International issued a statement calling for a thorough and impartial investigation into the role of the French army during the Rwandan genocide. They argue that justice and accountability are essential to prevent similar atrocities from happening in the future.
This recent development further highlights the need for a comprehensive examination of France’s role in the Rwandan genocide. While some progress has been made in recent years, there is still much work to be done to ensure that the truth is uncovered and justice is served.
The dismissal of the role of the French army by the Parisian investigating judges is a setback in the pursuit of justice for the victims of the Rwandan genocide. It is essential that survivors’ voices are heard, and a thorough investigation is conducted to uncover the truth. Only then can the wounds of the past begin to heal, and meaningful reconciliation can take place.
Link: Genocide in Rwanda: New Dismissal of the Role of the French Army
