18 Mar, 06:00··

UAE Arms Deliveries Continue to Sudanese Forces Despite Conflict

Le Monde

Despite the ongoing conflict in the Middle East, the United Arab Emirates is secretly supplying weapons to the Sudanese Rapid Support Forces (RSF), intensifying the power struggle and worsening the humanitarian crisis within Sudan. This illicit trade is raising serious concerns about regional stability and the potential for increased violence.

Intelligence reports indicate the UAE is diversifying its supply routes, utilizing countries like Ethiopia and the Central African Republic to circumvent existing restrictions and bolster the RSF’s capabilities. This strategic shift suggests a deliberate effort to prolong the conflict and maintain influence within Sudan, despite international condemnation and calls for a ceasefire. The flow of arms is not only fueling the fighting but also hindering efforts to deliver aid to the millions of Sudanese people affected by the war. Experts warn that this covert operation could further destabilize the Horn of Africa, potentially drawing in neighboring countries and creating a wider security threat. The UAE’s actions highlight a significant challenge to international efforts to resolve the crisis and achieve a lasting peace.

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Highlights

UAE Arms Shipments to Sudan

The UAE is secretly supplying weapons to Sudanese paramilitary forces, intensifying the conflict and worsening the humanitarian situation.

Restructured Supply Routes

The UAE is diversifying its supply routes for weapons to the RSF, utilizing logistics through Ethiopia and the Central African Republic.

Regional Instability Concerns

The continued arms flow raises serious concerns about regional stability and the potential for increased violence.

Fueling the Sudanese Conflict

UAE support for the RSF is directly fueling the ongoing power struggle and exacerbating the humanitarian crisis in Sudan.

Illicit Trade Investigation

Investigations reveal a clandestine trade of weapons from the UAE to Sudanese paramilitaries, despite the Middle East conflict.

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