Qatar says ‘no alternative to diplomacy’ as Belgium and Rwanda restore ties

Author: Al Jazeera StaffPublished on: September 23, 2026Country: Qatar

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Qatar says ‘no alternative to diplomacy’ as Belgium and Rwanda restore ties

Qatari Foreign Ministry spokesperson Majed al-Ansari welcomed the restoration of ties between Belgium and Rwanda, 18 months after they expelled each other's diplomats. This reconciliation was facilitated by Qatar, which hosted talks in June 2025. Al-Ansari emphasized Qatar's long-standing experience in mediating in the Great Lakes region, particularly between the DRC and Rwanda.

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