Why it matters:
The ongoing civil war in Sudan has taken a devastating turn as foreign-backed militias intensify their assault on civilians. Sheikh Zakzaky’s remarks shed light on the broader geopolitical dynamics that turn African countries into battlegrounds for proxy wars.
What he’s saying:
In his interview with Iran Press in Abuja, Zakzaky lamented the senseless violence tearing apart Sudan, emphasizing that both the Sudanese Armed Forces and the RSF are “children of the same country” manipulated by foreign agendas.
“It’s heartbreaking to see brothers killing each other for the interest of outsiders,” he said. “The UAE acts on behalf of Western powers, and as long as external support continues, the war won’t end — only civilians will suffer.”
Zakzaky urged both warring sides to unite under a single national military authority to protect Sudanese sovereignty, not undermine it.
He likened the massacre in El Fasher to the atrocities committed by the Zionist regime against Palestinians, condemning the killing of innocent women and children.
The big picture:
The Sudan conflict, which began in April 2023 between the national army and the UAE-backed RSF, has turned into one of Africa’s deadliest wars. Analysts warn that foreign involvement deepens divisions and prolongs instability across the Horn of Africa, threatening regional security.
Go deeper:
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