Sudan refutes Ethiopian army chief's claims, cites evidence of RSF support

The Sudanese Foreign Ministry has formally denied allegations made by the Chief of Staff of the Ethiopian National Defense Force, who accused Khartoum of supporting opposition groups within Ethiopia. In a statement released in response to these charges, the ministry characterized the accusations as baseless and devoid of any factual foundation or evidence.

Evidence of military assistance

Contrary to the Ethiopian claims, the Sudanese government asserted that it holds documented information and conclusive evidence indicating that Addis Ababa provides direct support and logistical backing to the entity it describes as the "Rapid Support Forces militia." According to the ministry, this alleged assistance encompasses both training programs and supply chains directed at the group.

The statement further detailed that Ethiopia permits the use of its territory for military operations targeting Sudan. Specifically, the ministry cited the launch of strategic and suicide drones from Ethiopian soil as part of these hostile activities against Sudanese interests.

Sovereignty and regional stability

In addressing the broader diplomatic context, the Foreign Ministry emphasized that Sudan does not utilize its own territory to undermine the security or stability of neighboring states. However, the ministry issued a firm warning regarding national sovereignty, stating that Sudan’s territorial integrity and internal security are non-negotiable and will not be subject to compromise or leniency.

The government reaffirmed its right to take all necessary measures to protect its land and citizens, acting in accordance with international law. The ministry concluded by calling on the Ethiopian side to adhere to principles of good neighborliness and to cease actions that contribute to rising tensions in the region.