United Nations Reports Up to 2,000 Colombian Soldiers Deployed to Sudan
The United Nations Independent Fact-Finding Mission on Sudan has reported that the conflict in Sudan is being fueled by international networks supplying foreign fighters, weapons, training, and logistical support. The report revealed that up to 2,000 former Colombian military contractors have been deployed to Sudan. These contractors have operated drones, artillery, and advanced weapons in coordination with the Rapid Support Forces (RSF).
The UN investigation also found that private companies, logistics intermediaries, and mercenary recruiters operate in countries including Colombia and the United Arab Emirates. They use transit points in Chad, southeastern Libya, and Bosaso in Somalia to facilitate the movement of personnel, training, weapons, and military equipment to the RSF. The report noted that Bosaso airport is among the locations used to coordinate the travel of Colombian contractors.
The UN mission stated that foreign support has not provided additional protection for Sudan’s civilians but has instead increased the capabilities of the warring parties. The report highlighted that some attacks may amount to war crimes, especially when targeting civilians and civilian sites such as homes, hospitals, schools, and markets. The United Nations urged governments connected to these networks to halt the illegal recruitment and arms supply operations.
