During the Rwandan genocide, Belgium's historical colonial policies contributed to ethnic divisions in Rwanda, favoring the Tutsi minority over the Hutu majority. This favoritism laid the groundwork for tensions that escalated into violence. However, by the time of the genocide in 1994, Belgium's involvement was more complex, as Belgian peacekeepers were present but ultimately withdrew amid the escalating violence. Thus, while Belgium's colonial legacy influenced the situation, its role during the genocide was more about withdrawal than active support for the Hutus or Tutsis.
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