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United Arab Emirates finds itself at the center of growing scrutiny
As Sudan’s brutal civil war deepens, the United Arab Emirates finds itself at the center of growing scrutiny—not just internationally, but within its own corridors of power. While the UAE officially calls for peace and a civilian-led transition in Sudan, emerging evidence suggests a more complex and divided reality among its political elites.
The UAE’s Ministry of Foreign Affairs, has repeatedly emphasized its commitment to Sudan’s stability. In recent months, Emirati diplomats have condemned misinformation campaigns and pledged humanitarian support to Sudanese civilians. Official statements stress, the UAE’s support for African Union-led peace efforts and a return to civilian governance.
However, reports from investigative journalists and regional intelligence sources point to covert Emirati support for the Rapid Support Forces (RSF), a paramilitary group accused of war crimes and ethnic cleansing.
The allegations are include, arms shipments funneled through Libya and Chad, Gold smuggling operations that enrich RSF warlords and private Emirati firms allegedly involved in logistics and financing.
This duality has sparked speculation about a fracture within the UAE’s power structure, between its diplomatic establishment and military-commercial networks.
Sudan, is a strategic prize. Its Red Sea coastline, vast gold reserves, and proximity to the Horn of Africa make it a geopolitical hotspot. Some UAE elites view Sudan as a gateway to influence in East Africa, while others fear reputational damage and international backlash.
The result? A conflicted foreign policy that risks undermining the UAE’s image, as a stabilizing force in the region.
– Sources:
– The Guardian – UAE accused of backing Sudan’s RSF
– Reuters – UAE denies involvement in Sudan conflict
– Al Jazeera – Sudan’s war and the gold connection
– Africa Confidential – UAE’s Sudan strategy under pressure
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