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Sudan army says UAE and Ethiopia linked to Khartoum drone attack

Sudan has accused the UAE and Ethiopia of being linked to a drone attack on Khartoum.

The Sudanese army accused the United Arab Emirates of supplying weapons to the rival Rapid Support Forces through Ethiopia, a claim both countries firmly denied. Sudan’s military said it intercepted drones and other equipment allegedly originating from Ethiopia and destined for the RSF. The UAE rejected the allegations as “false,” insisting it supports diplomatic efforts to end the conflict. Ethiopia also dismissed the claims, calling them an attempt to damage relations between the two nations.

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https://www.reuters.com/world/africa/drones-shatter-months-relative-calm-khartoum-hit-airport-2026-05-04/

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