The conflict between Sudan’s army and the paramilitary Rapid Support Forces (RSF) continues to devastate the country, with no sign of resolution. Reports indicate that as violence intensifies, Britain’s arms exports to the United Arab Emirates (UAE)—a key RSF backer—have increased. Observers and rights groups allege that British-made components are being used in RSF vehicles, indirectly supporting atrocities in Darfur and Khartoum. The UK government has denied any direct role, while refusing to condemn the UAE’s involvement.

Sudanese officials, including Lieutenant General Yasser al-Atta, have accused the RSF of ethnic cleansing and mass killings, calling the UAE’s financial influence a factor behind global silence. The United Nations has labeled Sudan’s crisis one of the world’s worst humanitarian disasters, with over 150,000 killed and 12 million displaced. Activists argue that Britain’s reluctance to act stems from its deep economic ties with the UAE, one of its largest Middle Eastern trade partners.

Analysts warn that continued arms flows and diplomatic inaction could entrench Sudan’s proxy war, undermining international accountability and prolonging civilian suffering.