Since its beginning on April 15, 2023, the Sudan Civil War has impacted 13 of the country’s 18 states, resulting in one of the worst humanitarian crises. It is the largest displacement crisis, with over 8 million internally displaced and 3 million fleeing the country. Sudanese citizens have to suffer under the attacks from the warring parties, SAF and RSF as well as deal with famine, malaria and sexual violence. The war was borne out of a power struggle between the SAF and RSF, both fighting for legitimacy and territory. Both parties are also assisted by foreign players who have a vested interest in maintaining their influence.
Prominently, UAE has been spotted as very heavily involved, having had close relations with RSF commander Hemediti and arming the RSF illegally. The other foreign countries involved are Saudi Arabia, Russia, Egypt and Libya. These countries have been excaberating the conflict for their own gain just like UAE.
International institutions have been discussing this conflict at length, there have been various reports documenting the deteriorating conditions and they are aware of the countries involved in helping RSF and SAF. However, there has not been a strong co-ordinated response towards this war and to these particular countries, and the Sudanese have to bear the brunt of this, with no end in sight.
