Phone tracking shows how Colombian mercenaries backed Sudan's RSF - report
The Conflict Insights Group (CIG) says its research also shows the extent of UAE involvement.
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The Conflict Insights Group (CIG) says its research also shows the extent of UAE involvement.
An investigation by the Conflict Insights Group reveals that Colombian mercenaries, supported by the UAE, played a crucial role in aiding Sudan's Rapid Support Forces (RSF) during the capture of el-Fasher, utilizing mobile phone tracking data to substantiate their involvement.
A United Nations report indicates that Libya's Subul al-Salam Battalion facilitated the transfer of Colombian mercenaries and military equipment to support Sudan's RSF, exacerbating the ongoing conflict.
The U.S. imposed sanctions on three individuals and two firms accused of recruiting and deploying Colombian mercenaries to fight alongside Sudan's RSF, highlighting international efforts to address foreign involvement in the conflict.
An investigation by the Conflict Insights Group reveals that Colombian mercenaries, supported by the UAE, provided critical assistance to Sudan's Rapid Support Forces, aiding in the capture of el-Fasher. The study utilized mobile phone tracking data to substantiate these findings.
A UN report indicates that Libya's Subul al-Salam Battalion facilitated the transfer of Colombian mercenaries and military equipment to support Sudan's Rapid Support Forces, exacerbating the ongoing conflict.
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