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Sudan Accuses UAE of Mercenary Support Amid Civil War

8/6/2025

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Sudan has leveled serious accusations against the United Arab Emirates, alleging the deployment of Colombian mercenaries to bolster the paramilitary Rapid Support Forces amid a devastating civil war. With over 40,000 lives lost since April 2023, Sudan insists it has proof, while the UAE vehemently denies the claims, labeling them as harmful to peace initiatives.

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Sudan has leveled serious accusations against the United Arab Emirates, alleging the deployment of Colombian mercenaries to bolster the paramilitary Rapid Support Forces amid a devastating civil war. With over 40,000 lives lost since April 2023, Sudan insists it has proof, while the UAE vehemently denies the claims, labeling them as harmful to peace initiatives.