Roméo Dallaire
Roméo Dallaire is a retired Canadian senator and former Lieutenant-General in the Canadian Armed Forces, best known for his role as the commander of the United Nations Assistance Mission for Rwanda during the 1994 genocide. Since then, Dallaire has been an outspoken advocate for human rights, particularly in relation to genocide prevention and the protection of vulnerable populations. He has authored several books, including 'Shake Hands with the Devil,' which chronicles his experiences in Rwanda. Dallaire's advocacy work has garnered international recognition, and he continues to contribute to discussions on the responsibilities of nations to prevent atrocities.
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Roméo Dallaire is a retired Canadian lieutenant-general known for speaking out about the Rwandan genocide.
Soldiers launch lawsuit over roadside monuments that they say imply they were among war dead
Canada· 2025-11-10
Roméo Dallaire wrote about the challenges faced by the families of military personnel in his book Shake Hands With the Devil.
We must preserve the stories of our veterans before it’s too lateCanada· 2025-11-09
Roméo Dallaire was part of the 'Special Advisory Team on Sudan' led by Paul Martin.
The UN’s Security Council has killed the Responsibility to ProtectCanada· 2025-10-02
Colonel Roméo Dallaire's plea for US support during the Rwandan Genocide was denied, highlighting the international community's failure.
Nobel Peace Prize’s credibility on the line – again – The Mail & Guardian
South Africa· 2025-10-01
Roméo Dallaire led a peace mission in Rwanda during the 1994 genocide.
Afinal, pra que serve a ONU?
Liechtenstein· 2025-09-23
Roméo Dallaire is a general who opposed the UN's order to withdraw during the Rwandan genocide.
„Spaudžiau ranką pačiam velniui“: kodėl generolas pasipriešino JT įsakymui atsitraukti per Ruandos genocidą
Lithuania· 2025-09-22Roméo Dallaire is head of the Ukrainian Veterans and Families Assistance Task Force.
Ukraine’s veterans deserve dignity and care. Here’s how Canada can helpCanada· 2025-08-28
Roméo Dallaire is a Canadian figure who has come to the conclusion that what is happening in Gaza is a genocide.
Genocide is a process, not an eventCanada· 2025-07-31
