Analysts say the sanctions are intended to increase pressure on Kigali to halt any material support for M23 and to reinforce diplomatic efforts to stabilise eastern DRC. Critics of the sanctions argue they could complicate mediation and regional cooperation, while supporters contend targeted measures are necessary to deter external interference that fuels the conflict.

ABU DHABI — The Zimbabwean embassy in the United Arab Emirates has issued an advisory urging Zimbabwean nationals to avoid non‑essential travel and remain calm after a series of military strikes on Iran by the United States and Israel sparked regional tensions.