UK officers allegedly tried to forestall criticism of the UAE’s alleged function in arming Sudan’s Speedy Help Forces (RSF), one of many nation’s combatants that has been accused of ethnic cleaning in Darfur. Human rights lawyer Yonah Diamond, who held talks in Ethiopia on potential authorized motion in opposition to the UAE, made this declare. He acknowledged that, through the talks, he heard from sources that the UK was utilizing its affect to actively dissuade states from condemning the emirates. Diamond’s revelations led to accusations amongst diplomats that the UK prioritizes its relationship with the UAE over the security of civilians in El Fasher, Darfur. The UK, by way of the International, Commonwealth and Improvement workplace, has since denied these claims as has the UAE on allegations it’s supporting Sudan’s Speedy Help Forces. Regardless of the UAE’s denial, UN screens have discovered credible accusations of its help for the RSF.
SOURCE: THE GUARDIAN