Sudanese military forces have eliminated numerous foreign fighters supporting the Rapid Support Forces in the ongoing civil war, according to a statement released by the Sudanese Armed Forces on Thursday. The army reported that Colombian and Ukrainian personnel, some specialized in drone and electronic warfare systems, were killed while attempting to enter El Fasher, the capital of North Darfur. The operation by the 6th Infantry Division caused significant casualties and equipment losses for RSF forces.
The conflict began in April 2023 between SAF chief Abdel Fattah al-Burhan and RSF commander Mohamed Hamdan Dagalo. Sudan's transitional government has repeatedly accused foreign nations of involvement in the war. In August, Sudanese forces destroyed an Emirati aircraft carrying Colombian fighters at an RSF-controlled airport, killing at least 40 people. Authorities claim the United Arab Emirates finances the paramilitary group and its partners.
The conflict began in April 2023 between SAF chief Abdel Fattah al-Burhan and RSF commander Mohamed Hamdan Dagalo. Sudan's transitional government has repeatedly accused foreign nations of involvement in the war. In August, Sudanese forces destroyed an Emirati aircraft carrying Colombian fighters at an RSF-controlled airport, killing at least 40 people. Authorities claim the United Arab Emirates finances the paramilitary group and its partners.
