Saudi Arabia slams ‘foreign interference’ in Sudan after deadly RSF attacks

Al JazeeraEN 2 min read 100% complete by Al Jazeera StaffFebruary 8, 2026 at 08:34 AM

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Saudi Arabia condemned the Rapid Support Forces (RSF) for deadly attacks in Sudan's North and South Kordofan states, which killed dozens, including women and children. The Saudi Ministry of Foreign Affairs released a statement on Saturday, February 8, 2026, reaffirming its support for Sudan's unity. The statement blamed "foreign interference," including the influx of weapons, mercenaries, and foreign fighters, for fueling the nearly three-year-old conflict between the RSF and the Sudanese army. These attacks, including drone strikes on civilians and humanitarian aid, have intensified following the fall of el-Fasher to the RSF in October. The conflict has resulted in an estimated 40,000 deaths and left millions facing acute food shortages. Saudi Arabia described the RSF attacks as unjustifiable violations of humanitarian norms.

Key Entities & Roles

Key Player Opposition Context

Kadugli 30% Khartoum 30% el-Fasher ×240% World Food Programme 40% Sudan Doctors Network 50% South Kordofan 60% North Kordofan ×370% Kordofan ×480% Saudi Arabia ×390% Rapid Support Forces (RSF) ×595% Sudan ×6100%

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sudan conflict 100% rapid support forces (rsf) 80% foreign interference 80% saudi arabia 70% kordofan 60% humanitarian aid 60% civilian casualties 50% illegal weapons 50% territorial unity 40%