Event Operation Turquoise

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In late June 1994, during the Rwandan Civil War, France launched Opération Turquoise, a UN-mandated mission to create safe humanitarian areas.

Chronology

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  • August 1993: The French forces left Rwanda at the end of the UN operation. The RPF immediately occupied the region.
  • June 1993: In late June 1994 France launched Opération Turquoise, a UN-mandated mission to create safe humanitarian areas for displaced persons, refugees, and civilians in danger. From bases in the Zairian cities of Goma and Bukavu, the French entered south-western Rwanda and established the Turquoise zone.
  • July 1994: End of the War. Rwandan Patriotic Front (RPF) victory.