Sudan’s military has denied allegations from the UAE concerning an airstrike on its diplomatic residence, attributing the attack to the RSF. The UAE condemned the incident and plans to escalate complaints to international bodies. The Sudanese military accused the RSF of cowardice and reiterated claims of UAE support for the RSF in the ongoing conflict that has resulted in a humanitarian crisis.
The Sudanese military has officially denied allegations from the United Arab Emirates (UAE) regarding an airstrike on the UAE ambassador’s residence in Khartoum. Instead, the Sudanese army has attributed the incident to the Rapid Support Forces (RSF), its rival paramilitary group. The UAE condemned the purported attack as a “heinous attack” and characterized it as a “flagrant violation of the fundamental principle of the inviolability of diplomatic premises.” The UAE has asserted that it will escalate the issue to international organizations, including the League of Arab States, the African Union, and the United Nations, claiming the incident caused significant damage to diplomatic property. In reaction, the Sudanese military released a statement decrying the RSF for executing what it termed as “shameful and cowardly acts.” The military emphasized that it refrains from targeting diplomatic entities and criticized the RSF for allegedly using such premises for military purposes. This statement also highlighted the Sudanese military’s longstanding accusations against the UAE for purportedly supporting the RSF with military assistance in the ongoing conflict, which has severely affected the civilian population. The international community, including UN sanctions monitors, has identified credible sources indicating some support from the UAE for the RSF, further complicating the crisis, in which millions of Sudanese require urgent humanitarian aid.
The ongoing conflict in Sudan has its roots in the struggle for power between the Sudanese military and the RSF, which began accelerating in April 2023. The UAE has faced accusations from the Sudanese military claiming that it has provided support to the RSF, complicating the already dire humanitarian situation in the country as famine looms and millions are displaced. The recent accusations by the UAE of military aggression against its diplomatic premises represent an escalation in diplomatic tensions amid the ongoing warfare. The Sudanese military’s rejection of these claims shifts the blame onto the RSF, underscoring the complex interrelations and accusations among the warring factions.
The conflict in Sudan continues to escalate with mutual accusations between the Sudanese military and the RSF. Following the UAE’s condemnation of an alleged attack on its ambassador’s residence, the Sudanese military has adamantly denied involvement, placing the responsibility on the RSF. This exchange reflects not only the internal strife within Sudan but also the growing international implications, as external nations become involved amid a deteriorating humanitarian crisis. The situation remains volatile as ongoing warfare wreaks havoc on civilian lives, demanding urgent global attention and intervention.
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