Iranian Delegation Arrives in Port Sudan Amid Rising Tensions

By Diing Magot

Reports have emerged that an Iranian delegation has arrived in Sudan, allegedly to train military and intelligence personnel. The arrival of these Iranian experts raises significant questions about regional stability and strategic alliances.

The Iranian delegation, consisting of five technical specialists, was received by the General Intelligence Service and the Sudanese Army a few days ago. This team is reportedly set to train Sudanese forces in the use of Iranian drones, jamming devices, and hacking equipment in the village of Arousa. Iran is reportedly supplying the Sudanese military with advanced weaponry, including Mohajer-6 drones and possibly other military hardware, aiming to strengthen the Sudanese army amid ongoing conflicts.

Reports indicate that the Sudanese army and the General Intelligence Service in Port Sudan received a team of five Iranian specialists. X user, formerly known as Twitter, Gaved Shah, noted, “I heard from a reliable source that the Intelligence Organization and the Sudanese army received an Iranian delegation of five technical experts. This delegation is reportedly training them in the use of Iranian drones, jamming devices, and hacking calls in Arousa village.”

Critics argue that if these reports are accurate, the arrival of the Iranian delegation in Sudan to train military and intelligence personnel has significant implications for local stability and broader regional dynamics. The situation is delicate, with concerns about how this foreign military support might impact the volatile region.

On March 12, 2024, Sudanese government soldiers celebrated an unprecedented military advance, recapturing the state broadcaster’s headquarters in Khartoum’s capital. Media reports also indicate that Iran has supplied Sudan’s army with combat drones, and the Sudanese military has not denied these claims. Subsequently, Sudan’s Foreign Minister visited Tehran and held talks with high-ranking officials as part of the two countries’ efforts to restore diplomatic relations.

Since the conflict began in April 2023, it has killed at least 13,000 people, injured over 33,000 others, and displaced millions. After years of relative peace, the southern region of Darfur is once again experiencing severe violence.

Locally, there are mixed feelings about this collaboration. Some factions within Sudan, particularly those with Islamist orientations, welcome Iranian support as it aligns with their political and ideological goals. However, significant fears exist among the population and international observers that this could escalate violence and further destabilize the region.

Additionally, the presence of advanced weaponry in the region raises concerns about the safety of civilian populations and the potential for misuse of these technologies.

The international community continues to monitor the situation closely, as the implications of foreign involvement in Sudan’s conflict could have far-reaching consequences for regional stability and global security.

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