VOICED : Ruanda conmemora 20 anos del genocidio

The 20th anniversary of the Rwandan genocide was marked by a diplomatic dispute with France, as Rwanda accused France of complicity in the genocide. France denied these allegations and withdrew from the official events. President Paul Kagame lit a torch at the Kigali memorial, marking the start of 100 days of national mourning for the 800,000 victims, mostly Tutsi. International leaders, including UN Secretary-General Ban Ki-moon, attended the ceremony. The genocide began on April 6, 1994, following the assassination of President Juvenal Hatyarimana.

What was the main reason for the diplomatic dispute between Rwanda and France during the 20th anniversary of the genocide?

• France accused Rwanda of starting the genocide.

• Rwanda accused France of complicity in the genocide.

• Rwanda demanded financial compensation from France.

• France refused to acknowledge the genocide.

Who was accused by President Kagame of having a direct role in the genocide?

• France

• The African Union

• The United Nations

• The United States

What significant event took place at the Kigali memorial during the anniversary?

• A torch was lit by President Kagame.

• A peace treaty was signed.

• A new monument was unveiled.

• A minute of silence was observed.

Which international figure expressed regret over the UN's failure to prevent the genocide?

• The President of the United States

• The President of the European Union

• The Secretary-General of the UN, Ban Ki-moon

• The Prime Minister of the UK

What event triggered the start of the Rwandan genocide?

• The withdrawal of UN peacekeepers

• The signing of a peace agreement

• The assassination of President Juvenal Habyarimana

• A military coup