Sudan's armed forces are resolute in their mission to protect citizens and thwart external aggression, according to a statement by Yaser Al-Atta, a member of the Transitional Sovereign Council and head of the Joint Chiefs of Staff. Al-Atta emphasized that the military's campaign is not targeted at specific tribes or communities, nor is it focused on particular geographic regions. He stressed that Darfur, Kordofan, and their inhabitants are cherished and valued by all.
Al-Atta made these remarks while addressing groups of forces stationed in various areas. He underscored that the armed forces harbor no intentions of exacting revenge on tribes that have committed errors in the name of their tribe. Instead, the military's objective is to shield citizens and confront mercenaries from the Rapid Support Forces (RSF) militia. He reiterated that the conflict is not aimed at targeting communities or seeking retribution.
The armed forces, Al-Atta said, are not colonial occupiers seeking to wage campaigns of retribution, nor are they akin to the Janjaweed, driven by hatred and anger. He alluded to the RSF militia's actions against the Sudanese people in various regions. Al-Atta highlighted that mistakes committed by groups within certain tribes do not imply collective responsibility for those tribes. He attributed the joining of these groups to the RSF to racist motivations.
According to Al-Atta, the armed forces are battling large numbers of mercenaries brought in from several countries, including Chad, Libya, and Niger, as well as other nations. He specified that tens of thousands of fighters from South Sudan, alongside elements from Ethiopia, Somalia, and Colombia, and experts in various military fields, are among those fighting.
Al-Atta revealed that these mercenaries were brought in by Mohamed bin Zayed, with the aim of furthering external interests. He described the conflict as one aimed at foiling the ambitions of what he termed "the state of evil" and "the scions of Al Zayed," an apparent reference to the United Arab Emirates and its leadership.
The armed forces, Al-Atta asserted, are engaged in combat to safeguard the nation's interests and citizens. He expressed confidence in the military's capability to overcome the challenges posed by external aggression and internal militia groups.
The conflict in Sudan has resulted in significant human suffering and infrastructure damage. Efforts to broker peace and stabilize the region continue, with the African Union and other international stakeholders involved in mediation attempts.
Key points
- Sudan's military is committed to protecting its citizens and combating external threats.
- The conflict is not targeted at specific tribes or communities.
- External actors, including the UAE and Israel's Mossad, are alleged to be involved in the conflict.
