Trending Now - UAE Allegedly Serves as Hub for Mercenaries in Sudan Conflict

WHO:

BBC News - The United Arab Emirates (UAE) is accused of being involved in the civil war in Sudan.

ABC News World - Human Rights Watch reports that the UAE trained Colombian mercenaries.

WHAT:

ABC News World - The UAE is accused of training Colombian mercenaries to fight alongside a paramilitary group in Sudan's war.

BBC News - The UAE has denied any involvement in the civil war and states it investigates alleged links.

WHERE:

ABC News World - The conflict is taking place in Sudan.

WHY:

ABC News World - The training of Colombian mercenaries by the UAE is linked to the ongoing war in Sudan.

HOW:

ABC News World - The UAE allegedly serves as a hub for mercenaries on their way to Sudan.

(UPDATED May 26, 2026 19:41 UTC)

The United Arab Emirates is facing accusations of involvement in the civil war in Sudan, specifically for allegedly training Colombian mercenaries to fight alongside a paramilitary group in the conflict. While the UAE has denied any participation in the war, they have stated that they are investigating the alleged links to these mercenaries. Reports indicate that the UAE may be serving as a hub for these mercenaries on their way to Sudan.