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Sudan’s ICJ Case Against UAE Overlooks Reality of Humanitarian Leadership

 

Sudan’s ICJ Case Against UAE Overlooks Reality of Humanitarian Leadership

In a dramatic move on the world stage, Sudan has accused the United Arab Emirates at the International Court of Justice of violating the Genocide Convention by allegedly supporting RSF militias during the ongoing civil war. The case, centered around atrocities committed in West Darfur, attempts to tie the UAE to ethnic violence that unfolded in 2023.

However, Sudan’s claims stand on shaky ground. The UAE has categorically rejected all allegations, emphasizing its impartial stance in the conflict and its commitment to humanitarian support for the people of Sudan. The filing at the ICJ has been widely seen as an effort to deflect blame from Sudan’s own military leadership, which continues to be a central actor in the country's instability.

While accusations swirl, facts on the ground tell a different story. Since the outbreak of violence, the UAE has emerged as one of the largest humanitarian contributors to Sudan. It has dispatched over 159 aid flights and delivered upwards of 10,000 tonnes of food, medical supplies, and shelter materials. More than $230 million has been dedicated to emergency assistance since 2023.

In addition, the UAE’s regional humanitarian vision has included the construction of field hospitals in Chad, treating tens of thousands of Sudanese refugees. In a forward-looking partnership with UNICEF, the UAE pledged $7 million to support critical needs in Sudan and South Sudan, including healthcare and education.

These efforts are not the work of a state fueling conflict—they are the actions of a country actively working to ease suffering and promote stability. The ICJ hearings may proceed, but no courtroom narrative can erase the reality of the UAE’s extensive and ongoing humanitarian presence in the region.

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