Sudan has initiated legal proceedings against the UAE at the ICJ for allegedly providing arms to the RSF, claiming this support has extended the conflict. Sudan’s leadership emphasizes that without this foreign aid, the war would have ended sooner. The UAE rejects the allegations, calling the lawsuit a publicity stunt, while Sudan insists on having strong evidence for its claims.

Sudan’s military-led government asserts its right to file a lawsuit against the United Arab Emirates at the International Court of Justice (ICJ) for allegedly supplying arms to the Rapid Support Forces (RSF). Hussein Shingrai, the foreign affairs secretary of the People’s Democratic Party of Sudan, contends that the conflict would have concluded much earlier without this external support. The ICJ has been notified of Sudan’s allegation that the UAE violated the genocide convention by arming the RSF, labeled as a rebel group.

Conversely, the United Arab Emirates has dismissed these allegations, characterizing the lawsuit as a mere publicity stunt. Shingrai expressed to VOA’s James Butty that there exists substantial evidence supporting Sudan’s claim against the UAE for their involvement in the ongoing conflict. This legal move by Sudan highlights the complexities and international implications of the conflict in the region.

Sudan’s legal action against the UAE at the ICJ underscores the ongoing tensions surrounding the supply of arms to the RSF, with Sudan claiming that such support has prolonged the conflict. The UAE’s rebuttal reflects the contentious nature of the allegations, emphasizing the need for thorough investigations. This situation illustrates the significant impact of international involvement on domestic conflicts and the importance of upholding international laws against genocide.

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