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UN Report Links Libyan Forces to Sudan Conflict Support

4/22/2026

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United Nations report states Subul al-Salam Battalion, a Libyan National Army unit led by Gen. Khalifa Hifter, transferred former Colombian personnel to support the Rapid Support Forces in Sudan.
The battalion provided fighters, weapons, and logistics to the Rapid Support Forces, with United Arab Emirates (UAE) backing noted by the report, which the UAE denies.
The Sudan conflict has killed over 59,000 people, creating a severe humanitarian crisis.

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United Nations report states Subul al-Salam Battalion, a Libyan National Army unit led by Gen. Khalifa Hifter, transferred former Colombian personnel to support the Rapid Support Forces in Sudan.
The battalion provided fighters, weapons, and logistics to the Rapid Support Forces, with United Arab Emirates (UAE) backing noted by the report, which the UAE denies.
The Sudan conflict has killed over 59,000 people, creating a severe humanitarian crisis.