Sudan has rejected Chad’s denial of supporting the Rapid Support Forces (RSF) amid ongoing conflict. Sudan claims to possess evidence of Chad facilitating arms flow from the UAE to the RSF, while Chad contends the accusations are misleading and an attempt by Sudan to deflect its internal challenges. This situation has escalated into a humanitarian crisis and a regional instability, prompting Sudan to take legal action against Chad.
The Sudanese Foreign Ministry has unequivocally dismissed Chad’s denial of support for the Rapid Support Forces (RSF), a paramilitary organization currently in conflict with Sudan’s army. According to Sudan’s Foreign Ministry, there exists substantial evidence, including satellite imagery and United Nations reports, indicating that Chad has been instrumental in facilitating the transfer of arms and combatants from the United Arab Emirates to the RSF. Furthermore, various human rights organizations have corroborated these claims, strengthening Sudan’s allegations against Chad. In a statement, the Sudanese Foreign Ministry asserted, “Chad’s continued support for this terrorist militia — the Rapid Support Forces — needs no further explanation.” This assertion emphasizes the gravity of Chad’s involvement in the ongoing conflict. In contrast, Chad’s Foreign Ministry had previously issued a denial of any allegiance with the RSF, highlighting its acceptance of 1.5 million Sudanese refugees over the past two decades. Chadian Foreign Minister Ghulam Allah Abdel Rahman accused Sudan of attempting to shift the blame for its internal crises onto Chad, labeling Sudan’s accusations as disingenuous. The Sudanese government dismissed Chad’s rebuttal as “feeble,” maintaining that Chad remains a pivotal conduit for both weaponry and mercenaries supporting the RSF. In response to this ongoing dispute, Sudan has lodged a formal complaint against Chad with the African Commission on Human and Peoples’ Rights, implicating Chad in the RSF’s alleged crimes, which include aggression, genocide, and sexual violence. This conflict has severely exacerbated the humanitarian crisis within Sudan and continues to destabilize the broader region.
The tensions between Sudan and Chad have escalated amidst the ongoing conflict between Sudan’s army and the Rapid Support Forces (RSF). The RSF, originally formed to combat rebellions in Darfur, has since transformed into a significant paramilitary force. The war has led to massive casualties and a dire humanitarian crisis in Sudan, prompting accusations from the Sudanese government against Chad for purportedly enabling the RSF through support in the form of arms and mercenaries. Such allegations are set against a backdrop of a decades-long history of complicated relations and refugee movements between the two nations.
The clash of narratives between Sudan and Chad signifies a complex geopolitical situation with far-reaching implications. Sudan’s accusations against Chad of support for the RSF reflect a desperate attempt to absolve itself of responsibility for the humanitarian crises it faces. Chad’s denial and its assertion of providing refuge to millions of Sudanese paint a contrasting picture. As tensions mount, the international community’s engagement will be vital in addressing both the humanitarian issues arising from the conflict and the allegations of complicity.
Original Source: sudantribune.com
