Sudan military destroyed UAE plane carrying Colombian mercenaries: State TV
Summary
Sudan's air force destroyed a UAE plane at Darfur's Nyala airport, killing at least 40 people. The aircraft reportedly carried Colombian mercenaries and military equipment for the paramilitary Rapid Support Forces. The Sudanese army and the RSF have been in conflict since April 2023.Key Facts
- A UAE aircraft was destroyed by the Sudanese air force while landing at Nyala airport in Darfur.
- The incident resulted in the deaths of at least 40 people.
- The plane was reportedly carrying Colombian mercenaries and military equipment for the RSF.
- The Sudanese army and the RSF have been fighting since April 2023.
- The UAE denied the accusations that it supplies weaponry to the RSF.
- Colombia's President Petro is seeking information on Colombian casualties and aims to ban mercenary activity.
- The UN warns of a severe hunger crisis in Sudan, with many at risk of starvation.
- An outbreak of cholera has worsened conditions in North Darfur.
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