The UAE is urging the ICJ to dismiss Sudan’s accusations of support for rebel groups as a publicity stunt. Sudan claims the UAE aided RSF in human rights violations, while the UAE emphasizes its humanitarian efforts and calls for ceasefire. The ongoing conflict since April 2023 has caused significant humanitarian crises and accusations of war crimes from both sides.
The UAE has called for the immediate dismissal of a case filed against it by Sudan at the International Court of Justice (ICJ). Sudan accused the UAE of aiding the rebel Rapid Support Forces (RSF) in severe violations, including genocide and human rights abuses in West Darfur.
A UAE official described Sudan’s legal action as a “cynical publicity stunt” aimed at shifting blame from the Sudanese Armed Forces (SAF), which is implicated in ongoing atrocities. The UAE has facilitated humanitarian efforts and advocated for ceasefires amid the conflict.
The official emphasized that the SAF’s ICJ application does not absolve it from accountability for its actions amid the humanitarian crisis affecting Sudan. Since April 2023, a power struggle has led to widespread displacement and allegations of war crimes committed by both factions.
Dr. Anwar Gargash, a diplomatic adviser to the UAE President, noted via social media that achieving a ceasefire is essential but criticized the army’s attempts to avoid accountability and hinder peaceful resolution processes. The ongoing conflict has resulted in millions fleeing violence, worsening the humanitarian situation.
The UAE firmly rejects Sudan’s ICJ claims, labeling them a publicity tactic to distract from the SAF’s responsibility for humanitarian crises. As the conflict and power struggles continue, the UAE remains committed to facilitating aid and urging for an immediate ceasefire, emphasizing accountability for all parties involved.
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