How Global Connections Worsening the Crisis in Sudan?
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Editor - . January 27, 2025
- . Update: January 28, 2025 9:10 am
The conflict in Sudan is a topic that has drawn international attention because of its deadly toll on civilians. The lost civil war was supported by external forces over time which made the situation of the region worse. This pushed the region into instability, under development, and back from the race to become a developed nation. Sudanese are facing issues in reaching out to the basic needs. The conflict between the Sudanese army and the paramilitary Rapid Support Forces (RSF), which has left hundreds dead and thousands of Sudanese displaced, underscores the complex interplay between domestic, regional, and global actors that have contributed to this protracted conflict.
War in Sudan was full of violations against civilians, including allegations of chemical weapons use, and foreign weapons used in committing war crimes. Several Reports indicate that several countries have been aiding the Sudanese army by providing military assistance, financial support, and personnel. This external involvement raises concerns, as these are fueling war for their interest which is also stopping all the efforts of establishing peace in the region.
Role of External Forces to Fuel War in Sudan-
The day when the war in Sudan started, international media and the community reported several incidents where it showed the involvement of external forces to fuel the war.
A report by Arab Centre Washington DC reported ‘It is noticed that in every war in the MENA region, external actors, including Egypt, Saudi Arabia, and Israel, have played a significant role in fuelling it. This is also happening in the ongoing crisis in Sudan.’
According to several sources, it is confirmed that the Sudan Civil War is fueled by providing, Chemical Weapons, Foreign Mercenaries like Iranian drones, Ethiopian Tigray forces, financial aid, and more.
Why different nations are supporting or fueling the Sudan crisis? There are different factors but the national interest is on top. Here we listed down how different nations are involved in fueling the Sudan war ( **the data is based on research & reports by different media publications). Sudan is facing situation of proxy war play, where nations like Russia, Turkey, China, Libya (Khalifa Haftar), etc are also involved to balance geopolitical power for national intrest. There are several other nations are on the list of international media outlets:
| Nation | Motivations | Methods of Influence |
| Egypt | It aims to prevent civilian/democratic governance (viewed as an existential threat to Sisi’s regime). Egypt wants to maintain its influence over policies in Sudan. Especially regarding the Grand Ethiopian Renaissance Dam (GERD). | There are instances when Egpyt Supported the military faction and encouraged the coup against Hamdok’s government. They have provided fighter jets and pilots to the Sudanese Army. Sought to create divisions among Sudanese political factions. |
| Saudi Arabia | Safeguard Red Sea strategic interests. Align with Vision 2030 for economic development.Saudi is a regional player who always wants to protect its investments, so protect its investment in Sudan (agriculture, energy, infrastructure). To enhance regional leadership and make its position stronger. | Saudi Supported the Sudanese Army and al-Burhan. They have Facilitated talks between warring factions to secure a ceasefire. Investing in the Red sea is a big issue for Saudi. |
| Israel | Normalize relations with Sudan to expand the Abraham Accords. Secure geostrategic influence in the Red Sea and Horn of Africa. Benefit from Sudan’s resources. | Established ties with both al-Burhan and Hemedti. Facilitated secret meetings and direct communications through Mossad. Offered mediation between conflicting factions. Split support: Foreign Ministry backs al-Burhan, while Mossad leans toward Hemedti due to UAE ties. |
| Iran | BBC and several other sources reported that Iran Supplied drones to Hemedti’s faction to strengthen his forces against al-Burhan. Used Sudan as a point of geopolitical contention. | Iran has introduced advanced weaponry into the conflict. |
Highlighting Civilian Voices
Opposition groups and activists are highlighting these violations. They are calling for global attention on condition of Sudan. Intennational community should take steps to control violence, remove all the inference that are fueling the war in Sudan.
