Ambassador reports to UK Foreign Office regarding international support for the Sudanese Armed Forces (SAF) in the ongoing conflict, including backing from Egypt and Saudi Arabia.

The entities involved

• Sudan →

  country in Northeast Africa

  • Political actors in Sudan, including the Sovereignty Council and Popular Congress Party, participated in a meeting in Addis Ababa.10:05
  • UAE engages in UN diplomacy, facing criticism over Sudan sanctions while conducting visits related to Rafah and Gaza.05:03
• Saudi Arabia →

  country in West Asia

  • A drone was intercepted near a Shaybah facility amid attacks in Saudi Arabia, raising global oil supply concerns.13:33
  • Toyota is entering the Dakar Rally in Saudi Arabia using a hydrogen-powered truck driven by Dania Akeel.12:01
• Foreign Office →

  UK government ministry

  • The government is assisting global oil giants.Mon 06:31
  • Olly Robbins served as permanent secretary at the Foreign Office, while Thornberry and McSweeney were involved in the vetting process.Fri 21:33

Related events

• The Sudanese Armed Forces are engaged in attritional fighting in central Sudan, with Khartoum serving as a key operational area.Aug 5
• Joint meetings began at the African Union headquarters in Addis Ababa to address Sudan's political crisis.Oct 12
• Somalia and Saudi Arabia are strengthening diplomatic and economic ties through partnerships and development assistance.Oct 15
• Egypt expands its regional influence by supporting Saudi Arabia against Houthis and engaging in diplomatic efforts across the Horn of Africa.Sat 11:41
• UAE funds, arms, and supports RSF in Sudan; EU negotiates trade with UAE; Parliament passes texts condemning conflict; UAE also trained mercenaries in Libya.Jul 8