The chief of Sudan’s Rapid Support Forces (RSF), Mohamed Dagalo, also known as Hemedti, has accused Egypt of directly engaging in Sudan’s civil war by conducting airstrikes against his paramilitary group. In a video message posted on his official social media account, Dagalo expressed his condolences to RSF soldiers he claims were “treacherously martyred” by Egyptian aircraft.
Dagalo alleged that Egypt has been arming and training the Sudanese Armed Forces (SAF) with U.S.-made drones, suggesting a coordinated effort between the U.S. and Egypt. “If the Americans were not in agreement, these bombs would not reach Sudan,” he asserted.
He claimed that Egyptian airstrikes targeted RSF troops in key locations, including the capital Khartoum and the southeastern city of Sennar, where the Sudanese army has recently made significant territorial gains.
In response, Egypt’s Ministry of Foreign Affairs categorically denied Dagalo’s allegations, stating that they are unfounded and come amid Egypt’s efforts to halt the ongoing conflict and protect civilians. The ministry urged the international community to investigate the claims.
Dagalo further accused Iran of involvement in the conflict, alleging that mercenaries from Ukraine, Tigray, Eritrea, and Azerbaijan are also participating in the fighting.
This public accusation marks the first instance of Dagalo blaming Egypt since the civil war erupted in April 2023, following escalating tensions over a planned transition to civilian rule. The ongoing conflict has led to a dire humanitarian crisis, with organizations warning that the situation is the “largest displacement and protection crisis of our time.”
Recently, the U.S. imposed new sanctions on senior RSF leader Algoney Hamdan Daglo Musa for his role in procuring weapons to support the RSF’s military operations, particularly in North Darfur.