A UAE diplomat on Monday reiterated accusations that the Sudanese military (SAF) had bombed the residence of the UAE ambassador in Khartoum, a claim that sparked widespread condemnation from Gulf nations and Egypt.
Sheikh Shakhbut bin Nahyan, UAE Minister of State, denounced the alleged attack, describing it as a “blatant assault” by Sudan’s armed forces. He also reaffirmed the UAE’s stance against ongoing violence targeting civilians amid the conflict between Sudan’s warring factions.
Sudan’s government quickly denied the allegations, with both the foreign ministry and military officials insisting the army was acting to protect the nation’s security and territorial integrity.
The accusation triggered swift diplomatic reactions across the region. Saudi Arabia condemned the alleged bombing, deeming it a violation of international law, while Jordan called it a “serious breach” of the Vienna Convention on Diplomatic Relations.
Oman criticized the attack as a violation of diplomatic norms, and Bahrain expressed strong denunciation, affirming its solidarity with the UAE.
Jasem Mohamed Al-Budaiwi, Secretary-General of the Gulf Cooperation Council, added his voice, labeling the incident a “blatant attack.” Egypt also voiced concern, emphasizing that targeting diplomatic missions is a breach of international law and the Vienna Convention of 1961.
