Khartoum: Colombian mercenaries have reportedly joined the Rapid Support Forces (RSF) in Sudan’s ongoing conflict. Fighters from the South American nation were allegedly spotted inside Darfur’s famine-stricken Zamzam refugee camp, which has become the epicenter of the country’s escalating hunger crisis.
According to France24.com, the presence of foreign mercenaries has intensified concerns over the stability of the region, already suffering from severe food shortages and civil unrest. The involvement of Colombian fighters marks a new dimension in the conflict, raising questions about international involvement and its implications for the humanitarian situation in Sudan.
In a separate development, Rwanda is set to accept 250 migrants expelled from the United States under President Donald Trump’s immigration policies. Human rights groups have expressed concerns over the move, pointing to Rwanda’s human rights record and its alleged support for armed groups in the Democratic Republic of Congo. The decision has sparked a debate on the ethical implications of such agreements and the treatment of migrants under international law.
Meanwhile, Cameroon’s electoral commission has disqualified Paul Biya’s main political rival from the upcoming presidential race. Maurice Kamto’s candidacy was rejected without explanation, leading to fears of unrest and clearing the path for yet another term for the long-serving president. The disqualification has prompted discussions about the state of democracy in Cameroon and the potential for political instability in the region.