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Sudan Negotiates Jet Deal with Russia Amid Instability

12/2/2025

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The Sudanese Armed Forces (SAF) are negotiating with Russia to buy Su-30 or Su-35 jets to replace losses from the Rapid Support Forces (RSF) and restore long-range strike capability.
The SAF aims to regain air power after the civil war.
The talks tie Russia's interest in a Red Sea naval base to Sudan's instability.
Sudanese officials signal renewed commitment to negotiations regarding a jets-for-base arrangement.

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The Sudanese Armed Forces (SAF) are negotiating with Russia to buy Su-30 or Su-35 jets to replace losses from the Rapid Support Forces (RSF) and restore long-range strike capability.
The SAF aims to regain air power after the civil war.
The talks tie Russia's interest in a Red Sea naval base to Sudan's instability.
Sudanese officials signal renewed commitment to negotiations regarding a jets-for-base arrangement.