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U.S. alleges that Russia is financially supporting both factions in the Sudan conflict

The United States accused Russia at the United Nations on Monday of providing financial support to both factions involved in the conflict in Sudan. This marks a notable escalation from Washington’s earlier claims that Moscow was manipulating both sides to further its political aims.

The conflict began in April 2023, stemming from a power struggle between the Sudanese Armed Forces and the paramilitary Rapid Support Forces (RSF) as the country was preparing for a transition to civilian governance. This has resulted in the largest displacement and hunger crisis in the world.

In November, Russia vetoed a U.N. Security Council resolution that urged an immediate halt to hostilities and the facilitation of humanitarian aid. The other 14 members of the council supported the resolution.

“Russia opted for obstruction: standing isolated as it voted to jeopardize civilian lives while financing both sides of the conflict – yes, both sides,” stated U.S. Ambassador to the U.N., Linda Thomas-Greenfield, during the council meeting, without providing additional specifics.

When pressed for more information, a spokesperson for the U.S. mission to the U.N. indicated that Washington is aware of Russia’s “ongoing interest in Sudan’s gold trade” and denounces any material assistance to the conflicting parties, whether through illegal gold transactions or military supplies.

“We believe that the cooperation between Sudanese authorities and sanctioned Russian entities in gold mining could be detrimental to Sudan’s long-term interests and the aspirations of the Sudanese people for peace,” the spokesperson added.

Russia’s Deputy U.N. Ambassador Dmitry Polyanskiy expressed regret over the United States’ tendency to evaluate other global powers through its own standards. He stated, “It is clear that in the Pax Americana, which our American colleagues strive to maintain at any cost, relationships with other nations are established solely through their exploitation and illicit schemes designed for U.S. profit.”

In December, Russia’s U.N. Ambassador Vassily Nebenzia dismissed what he termed “falsehoods propagated by Western nations and their media,” asserting that Moscow was attempting to navigate both sides of the conflict for its own benefit.

During what she indicated might be her final council meeting, Thomas-Greenfield became visibly emotional while discussing the situation in Sudan, a crisis that has been a significant focus during her four-year tenure at the U.N. “Despite my disappointment in not being able to achieve more, and that we – all of us – could have done more, I remain hopeful,” she remarked. “I am hopeful that the representatives gathered here – colleagues who have become friends – will carry on this vital mission and ultimate responsibility.”

Thomas-Greenfield was appointed by President Joe Biden, and Donald Trump is set to take over on January 20.


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Asif Shahid
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Asif Shahid brings twenty-five years of journalism experience to his role as the editor of Defense Talks. His expertise, extensive background, and academic qualifications have transformed Defense Talks into a vital platform for discussions on defence, security, and diplomacy. Prior to this position, Asif held various roles in numerous national newspapers and television channels.

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