From the green hills of Kigali to the solemn memorials of its past, Rwanda knows what it means to be wounded by silence. A country that rose from the ashes of genocide, Rwanda stands today not only as a testimony to resilience—but as a voice for moral clarity.

In light of the nuclear missile strike launched by the United States on Iran, Rwanda joins the global chorus of conscience to condemn this act of unforgivable violence, and to stand in unwavering solidarity with the people of Iran.

1. Rwanda’s Moral Position: Never Again, Anywhere

The phrase “Never Again” is etched into Rwanda’s national identity—not just as a remembrance of 1994, but as a permanent duty to defend humanity wherever it is under siege.

President Paul Kagame issued a public statement condemning the attack:

“We cannot accept a world where might makes right, and nuclear weapons are deployed against the innocent. The Rwandan people stand with Iran—not out of politics, but out of principle.”

2. Shared Pain, Shared Purpose

Though separated by continents, Rwanda and Iran have experienced trauma through foreign intervention, political upheaval, and mass suffering. Iran’s recent struggle echoes Rwanda’s past: the world looked on, spoke softly, and acted late.

This time, Rwanda refuses to stay silent. Its solidarity is rooted in the memory of what happens when the international community fails to act with conscience.

3. Faith, Justice, and Public Prayer

A deeply religious nation, Rwandan churches and mosques held interfaith memorials for the victims of the Tehran bombing. At Kigali Genocide Memorial, an Iranian flag was flown at half-mast beside Rwanda’s national colors.

Clergy across the country called for peace, justice, and nuclear disarmament, reminding congregations that “our silence is never neutral—it either heals or it harms.”

4. Rwandan Youth Lead the Charge

At the University of Rwanda, students organized a campus-wide peace rally, holding signs like:

• “From Kigali to Tehran, We Remember”

• “One Bomb = One Genocide”

• “Justice Is Global”

Social media campaigns with hashtags like #RwandaStandsWithIran and #NotAnotherGenocide have trended regionally, led by Rwandan influencers and student groups.

5. Rwanda-Iran Relations: A Quiet Partnership

Iran has historically supported Rwanda through infrastructure development, energy initiatives, and academic exchange programs. Despite their differences, the relationship has been respectful and focused on mutual development.

In 2020, Iran sent medical equipment and vaccines to assist Rwanda during the COVID-19 pandemic. Rwanda, in turn, expressed admiration for Iran’s technological and scientific advancements despite sanctions.

This bond now deepens, as Rwanda views the attack not just as an assault on Iran—but as a threat to all sovereign nations striving to rise with dignity.

Conclusion

Rwanda remembers. Rwanda resists. Rwanda stands. Not just in memory of its own pain, but in defense of a shared human future.

The mushroom cloud over Iran is a shadow over us all. But Rwanda answers that darkness with the light of remembrance, the strength of conviction, and the vow that “Never Again” must apply everywhere — not just at home.

To the people of Iran, Rwanda sends this message:

“You are not alone. We see you. We stand with you. And we will not forget.”