Sudan has accused the UAE of complicity in genocide amid its civil war, alleging support for the Rapid Support Forces (RSF). The UAE denies these claims. The situation escalated after a coup in 2021, leading to conflict between military leaders with several countries, including the UAE, being accused of backing different factions in Sudan.
Sudan has lodged an accusation at the International Court of Justice against the United Arab Emirates (UAE), claiming complicity in genocide amid the ongoing civil turmoil in the region. This serious allegation highlights the UAE’s purported involvement in one of Africa’s most destructive conflicts, as the country has been accused of supporting the paramilitary group, the Rapid Support Forces (RSF), engaged in violent confrontations with Sudan’s regular army for nearly two years.
The UAE has consistently denied these allegations despite accusations that it has been supplying the RSF with resources. Sudan is rich in natural assets such as gold, gas, and vast agricultural land, making it Africa’s third-largest gold producer. The country’s location in proximity to Libya, where Abu Dhabi is known to support rebel factions, and its Red Sea coastline enhance its strategic significance.
In 2021, Sudan’s army chief, Abdel Fattah al-Burhan, executed a coup with his deputy, RSF leader Mohamed Hamdan Dagalo, referred to as Hemedti. The ensuing two years have seen escalating conflict between these two military leaders, with various external powers— including the UAE, Egypt, Turkey, Iran, and Russia—being accused of backing one side or the other in this power struggle.
The accusations leveled by Sudan against the UAE highlight the complex dynamics of international involvement in the Sudanese civil war. As allegations of genocide complicity emerge, this situation underscores the geopolitical interests surrounding Sudan’s natural resources and strategic location. Continued scrutiny of external powers’ roles, including that of the UAE, will be crucial in addressing the ongoing conflict in Sudan.
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