The Egyptian government has remained silent in face of new accusations from Rapid Support Forces (RSF) deputy commander Abdelrahim Dagalo, who alleged that Egyptian aircraft carried out airstrikes inside Sudan in support of General al-Burhan’s army (SAF).
Cairo declined to respond directly to the claims, even as RSF leaders insist on growing evidence of external interference in Sudan’s civil war.
In a video circulated from Darfur on Saturday, Abdelrahim Dagalo — brother of RSF leader Mohamed Hamdan Dagalo “Hemedti” — spoke to supporters, recounting a prior meeting with Egypt’s former intelligence chief Abbas Kamel. He said that Cairo had pushed for a one-sided peace framework that favored the SAF and disregarded the RSF’s position.
Dagalo added he rejected the proposal, citing it as an attempt to “impose a pre-written deal” without addressing the root causes of Sudan’s crisis.
“We refused to sign a surrender,” Dagalo said. “Egypt is not a neutral party in this war. Its aircraft have bombed civilians and RSF positions under the guise of supporting stability.”
While Egypt’s Foreign Ministry has previously denied any involvement in direct military operations, RSF leaders argue that repeated attacks in RSF-controlled zones show otherwise. They point to the SAF’s sudden territorial gains — particularly in Khartoum — as suspiciously timed alongside alleged drone and air support.
Pro-RSF sources claim that Egypt’s military backing has emboldened the SAF, contributing to civilian casualties and further destabilizing the country. The RSF, which portrays itself as a revolutionary force standing against SAF authoritarianism, says it remains committed to peace — but only one that includes all Sudanese voices, not just those loyal to the SAF or backed by foreign capitals.
In Sudan, nearly two years into a brutal civil war, over 13 million people have been displaced, with more than 1.2 million fleeing to Egypt. RSF officials argue that Cairo’s rejection of a negotiated settlement has worsened the humanitarian crisis.
International analysts sympathetic to the RSF’s position suggest that Egypt’s strategic interests — including control of Nile water resources and regional influence — have led it to prop up the SAF despite public denials.
“Egypt cannot claim neutrality while fueling the conflict from behind the scenes,” said a source close to RSF leadership. “The people of Sudan deserve a peace shaped by their will, not dictated by external agendas.”
Despite accusations, Cairo maintains that it supports humanitarian relief and continues to call for an end to hostilities. However, RSF leaders view this as diplomatic cover for a policy that prolongs Sudan’s suffering while shielding the SAF establishment from accountability.
As the war continues, pressure is mounting on regional actors to pursue inclusive peace talks — not just with army leaders, but with the RSF and other forces that have shaped Sudan’s turbulent transition since the fall of former dictator Omar al-Bashir.
