Sudanese Conflict - Towards Internationalization with the Involvement of Foreign Mercenaries

13 December 2023
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An International Turn in the Sudanese Conflict

The Sudanese conflict, initially a confrontation between the Sudanese army and the Rapid Support Forces (RSF), seems to be taking on an international dimension. Recent reports suggest the involvement of Ukrainian, Azeri and Egyptian mercenaries, and logistical support from Iran, marking a significant change in the nature of the conflict.

Mercenaries of various nationalities on the ground

According to Daniel Weiss, Deputy Head of the European Union Delegation in Sudan, the Sudanese army is actively recruiting mercenaries of various nationalities. These allegations have been reinforced by media reports revealing technological assistance and drone training provided by Ukraine to the Sudanese army.

The use of foreign drones in the conflict

Media sources, including Al-Jazeera, The Moscow Times and CNN, point to the use of Ukrainian and Egyptian drones in Sudanese military operations. The Wall Street Journal also reported that Egypt had supplied Turkish Bayraktar TB2 drones, potentially altering the balance of power on the ground.

International Concern and Humanitarian Crisis

The US State Department expresses concern about the involvement of the Russian paramilitary group Wagner, accused of supplying surface-to-air missiles to the RSF. This complex situation continues to cause significant loss of life: since the start of the conflict on April 15, 2023, Amnesty International reports at least 5,000 civilians killed, over 12,000 wounded, and more than 5.7 million displaced. These alarming figures underline the scale of the humanitarian crisis unfolding in Sudan.

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