In brief
In an unprecedented move, Sudan has cut all diplomatic relations with the United Arab Emirates (UAE), citing the Gulf state's alleged backing of the rival Rapid Support Forces (RSF) amid ongoing civil war tensions. This dramatic announcement was made by Sudanese Defense Minister Yassin Ibrahim, as the RSF was linked to a series of attacks on the normally secure city of Port Sudan.
Since Sunday, multiple drone strikes have targeted key infrastructure in Port Sudan, including an international airport and a major power station, escalating the already dire situation in the conflict-torn nation. Minister Ibrahim accused the UAE of infringing Sudan's sovereignty through its proxy, the RSF, a charge the UAE has consistently denied.In response to the deteriorating relationship, Sudan is set to withdraw its ambassador from the UAE and will close its diplomatic missions in the Gulf country. The recent conflagration has resulted in thousands of deaths and forced millions to flee their homes, creating what is now considered one of the world's most severe humanitarian crises.Attempts to seek accountability have faced challenges, such as the recent dismissal of Sudan's case against the UAE by the International Court of Justice. This ruling stated that the UAE cannot be sued over genocide allegations due to its opting-out of certain provisions in the Genocide Convention.The situation remains fluid, with both the Sudanese army and RSF facing accusations of war crimes. Calls for the international community to intervene have intensified. The UAE's political representatives stress the importance of humanitarian aid reaching those in need and finding a resolution to the ongoing violence.As drone strikes disrupt the relative safety of Port Sudan, the cries for an end to the devastation grow louder, with the prospect of peace seeming ever more elusive.The news continues to develop as the world watches closely.
