Sudan Civil war 2023 - present

[retaxis]

Does anyone have a list of weapons purchased by UAE from China for RSF?

I know China politically backs SAF which is a weird situation but China won't say no to UAE wanting weapons either.

 

[Hassan Al-Somal]

NEW: Sudan's Army deployed modern air defense systems in Damazin, Blue Nile State, after intercepting multiple drones it says were launched from Ethiopian territory in recent days.

The army shot down drones over the Kurmuk front on consecutive days, followed by another north of Sarkam, all crossing from the direction of Ethiopia.

Sudan has repeatedly accused Ethiopia and the UAE of supporting RSF drone operations from bases near the border.

 

[Hassan Al-Somal]

 

[Hassan Al-Somal]

 

[Hassan Al-Somal]

 

[retaxis]

So I looked into what weapons UAE is supplying RSF from the Chinese side

The Rapid Support Forces (RSF) in Sudan have been documented using several types of Chinese-made weapons. These systems have reportedly been supplied through third-party channels, with the United Arab Emirates (UAE) consistently identified as the primary conduit .

Here is a breakdown of the specific Chinese-made weapon systems used by the RSF:

Weapon System	Type	Key Details & Role
CH-95 / FH-95	Reconnaissance/Strike Drone	A medium-to-long-range UCAV. One of the RSF's most capable aerial platforms, used for both reconnaissance and strike missions. The Sudanese Army has claimed to have shot down several of these drones .
FK-2000	Short-to-Medium Range Air Defense System	A combined gun-and-missile air defense system on an 8x8 chassis, designed to engage aircraft, helicopters, and drones. Has been used by the RSF to contest Sudanese Air Force operations .
FB-10A	Short-Range Air Defense System	A short-range surface-to-air missile system. Reports indicate it was originally purchased by Chad but was diverted and ended up with the RSF. It is effective against drones and helicopters .
AH-4	Towed Howitzer	A lightweight 155mm howitzer. Amnesty International reported its use by the RSF in Darfur and Khartoum. The UAE is the only confirmed foreign operator of this system .
GB50A	Guided Bomb	A precision-guided bomb. Amnesty International identified this weapon from footage of RSF attacks .

In addition to the weapons listed above, there have also been reports suggesting that the RSF has acquired Chinese-made electronic warfare systems .

The UAE has consistently denied allegations of arming the RSF . However, reports from international organizations, UN experts, and open-source intelligence analysts have repeatedly pointed to the UAE as the source of these Chinese weapons, which are transferred via partners in Chad and Libya, potentially violating the UN arms embargo on Sudan .

 

[retaxis]

Based on available information, the Sudanese Armed Forces (SAF) directly operate Chinese-made aircraft, while also receiving a mix of Chinese-origin and Pakistani-co-produced systems. However, many other sophisticated Chinese weapons have been documented in the conflict but are operated by the opposing Rapid Support Forces (RSF).

Here is a breakdown of the relevant Chinese weapon systems based on the search results:

Confirmed Chinese Weapon Systems Used by the SAF​

• K-8 Karakorum: The Sudanese Armed Forces officially confirmed they have owned squadrons of this Chinese-made jet trainer and light attack aircraft since the early 2000s, receiving them directly from China. It was jointly developed by China and Pakistan, and the SAF continues to source spare parts for it.

Chinese-Origin Systems the SAF is Seeking to Acquire​

• JF-17 Thunder: The Sudanese Air Force is reportedly looking to rebuild its fighter jet capability by purchasing this multirole fighter aircraft, which is co-produced by China and Pakistan.

Chinese-Made Weapons Operated by the Rapid Support Forces (RSF)​

These systems have been reported in the possession of the RSF, not the SAF, primarily supplied via third-party channels like the UAE:

• CH-95 / FH-95 Combat Drones: A highly capable medium-to-long-range strike drone that has become a key aerial platform for the RSF.
• FK-2000 Air Defense System: A combined gun-and-missile system that the RSF has used to contest Sudanese Air Force operations and even shoot down SAF aircraft.
• FB-10A Air Defense System: A short-range surface-to-air missile system reported to be in RSF hands.

Sino-Pakistani Systems Reportedly Supplied to the SAF​

There are also reports of newer supplies to the SAF that originate from Pakistan but have Chinese origins or are co-developed:

• K-8 Spare Parts & Shahpar Drones: As part of a larger defense deal with Pakistan, the SAF has received spare parts for its K-8 aircraft and reportedly acquired Shahpar reconnaissance and attack drones. The Shahpar's guidance technologies are noted to have Chinese links.