The International Court of Justice (ICJ) is currently examining a serious case filed by Sudan, where the country has accused the United Arab Emirates (UAE) of complicity in genocide committed during the ongoing civil war. The conflict, which has lasted for two years, has seen Sudan's army battling the paramilitary Rapid Support Forces (RSF), resulting in tens of thousands of deaths and displacing over 12 million people.
Sudan Accuses UAE of Complicity in Genocide at International Court of Justice
Sudan Accuses UAE of Complicity in Genocide at International Court of Justice
Sudan's military government presents accusations against the UAE in a landmark case amid the ongoing civil conflict.
Sudan's government argues that the UAE has supported the RSF with arms, aiming to eliminate the non-Arab Masalit population in West Darfur. In response, the UAE calls the allegations a "cynical publicity stunt" and seeks to dismiss the claims outright. The Sudanese case highlights the RSF's supposed systematic attacks on non-Arab groups, asserting these are acts of genocide intended to obliterate the Masalit as a distinct ethnic community. There are also allegations of the RSF utilizing rape as a weapon against civilians.
Earlier this year, the U.S. also accused the RSF of genocidal actions, sanctioning its leader, Mohamed Hamdan Dagalo (Hemedti), who has denied targeting civilians. Unable to pursue the RSF directly in court, Sudan's military has redirected its grievances towards the UAE, claiming the nation has provided extensive support that enables these atrocities.
In Tokyo on Thursday, Sudan's legal team warned of ongoing harm and requested the ICJ to implement urgent measures to prevent further genocidal acts against the Masalit people. They are calling for a prohibition on UAE supplies to the RSF and mandate the UAE to provide court updates on compliance.
The UAE, however, plans to argue against the case's validity. Many legal experts doubt the ICJ will take this case further, citing the UAE’s stated opt-out from the Genocide Convention as a significant hurdle. Nonetheless, Sudan's actions have brought attention to the UAE’s alleged involvement in the escalating humanitarian crisis. The ICJ's decision on its jurisdiction and Sudan's requested provisional measures is expected within weeks, though the court cannot enforce its rulings directly.
The outcome of this crucial case will be closely watched as it unfolds, revealing the intricate dynamics of international law and global accountability in the ongoing humanitarian crises faced by countless victims in Sudan.
For more updates on Sudan’s unfolding crisis, visit BBC Africa.
Earlier this year, the U.S. also accused the RSF of genocidal actions, sanctioning its leader, Mohamed Hamdan Dagalo (Hemedti), who has denied targeting civilians. Unable to pursue the RSF directly in court, Sudan's military has redirected its grievances towards the UAE, claiming the nation has provided extensive support that enables these atrocities.
In Tokyo on Thursday, Sudan's legal team warned of ongoing harm and requested the ICJ to implement urgent measures to prevent further genocidal acts against the Masalit people. They are calling for a prohibition on UAE supplies to the RSF and mandate the UAE to provide court updates on compliance.
The UAE, however, plans to argue against the case's validity. Many legal experts doubt the ICJ will take this case further, citing the UAE’s stated opt-out from the Genocide Convention as a significant hurdle. Nonetheless, Sudan's actions have brought attention to the UAE’s alleged involvement in the escalating humanitarian crisis. The ICJ's decision on its jurisdiction and Sudan's requested provisional measures is expected within weeks, though the court cannot enforce its rulings directly.
The outcome of this crucial case will be closely watched as it unfolds, revealing the intricate dynamics of international law and global accountability in the ongoing humanitarian crises faced by countless victims in Sudan.
For more updates on Sudan’s unfolding crisis, visit BBC Africa.
