Sudan's War: A Map of Foreign Intervention

A new map reveals the complex web of foreign military support fueling the civil war in Sudan. The graphic details the flow of weapons, troops, and financial aid to the two main warring factions: the Sudanese Armed Forces (SAF) and the paramilitary Rapid Support Forces (RSF). According to the data, the SAF receives direct military support from neighboring Egypt and Iran. The RSF, however, is backed through a network involving the United Arab Emirates, which channels support via Chad, and Russian mercenary groups. This foreign involvement is a major driver of the conflict. It provides both sides with the means to continue fighting, worsening a humanitarian crisis that has displaced millions. The map serves as a clear visual guide to the international dimensions of a war often described as a local conflict.