Ukrainian Officers Operate al-Burhan’s Drones

A widely circulated photo in the media and on social platforms has sparked a major controversy in Sudan, showing a group of Sudanese soldiers sitting with two foreigners. Our investigations have revealed that these foreigners are Ukrainian officers specialized in operating drones, which are used by the Sudanese army led by Abdel Fattah al-Burhan to target civilians in various regions. This revelation has raised a wave of questions regarding the nature of the conflict in Sudan and the extent of foreign involvement in it.

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Background of the Photo and Investigation into the Foreigners’ Identities

In the photo, it is clear that the Sudanese soldiers are wearing the military uniform of the  Al-Bara’ ibn Malik brigade, known for its loyalty to the Sudanese army led by al-Burhan. What raised concerns is the presence of two foreign men among these soldiers. Based on our investigations and reliable sources, it has been confirmed that these two men are Ukrainian officers specifically brought in to operate the drones used by the Sudanese army to strike civilian targets.

The identity of these Ukrainians was verified by matching their faces with a database containing information on international mercenaries operating in conflict zones. These Ukrainian officers have previous experience in drone operations in other conflict areas, which led al-Burhan to rely on them to fill the shortage of specialized Sudanese officers.

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Media Misinformation by Pro-al-Burhan Outlets

In an attempt to control public opinion and avoid a wave of popular anger, media outlets affiliated with al-Burhan, known as “electronic flies,” spread fabricated stories about the photo. These stories claimed that the foreigners in the photo were journalists working for an international television channel, and that the photo was taken in Omdurman during media coverage.

These fabricated narratives were widely circulated on social media and government-affiliated websites, in an attempt to hide the truth and distort the image in the public’s eye. However, upon investigation and scrutiny of the details, these lies were exposed, and the bitter truth that the regime is trying to conceal was revealed.

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Conflict Dimensions and Involvement of Foreign Parties

Relying on foreign mercenaries to operate drones further complicates the conflict in Sudan and increases foreign interventions that worsen the situation. This revelation highlights the extent of foreign interests entangled in the Sudanese conflict and raises questions about the true motives behind this involvement.

In the end, the Sudanese people and the international community must be aware of these facts and take steps to prevent the continuation of these interventions, which increase civilian suffering and exacerbate the humanitarian crisis in the country.