Turkey’s Weapons in Sudan: A Violation of International Law and a Threat to Global Security.

A recent United Nations report has documented the presence of Turkish-made drones and rifles in Sudan despite an international arms embargo. Weapons such as Bayraktar TB2 and Akinci combat drones, along with BRG and HUSAN rifles, were traced to Sudanese militias and Burhan’s forces. This confirms Ankara’s role in fueling a conflict that has already devastated millions of civilians.

Turkey’s actions are more than a breach of international law. They represent a calculated strategy that undermines peace in Africa and poses risks to Europe. By exporting drones and rifles to a war zone, Turkey violates UN commitments and exposes its double standards. While it presents itself as a mediator for peace, its weapons are killing civilians and escalating regional instability.

The consequences extend beyond Sudan. Turkish weapons threaten the security of the Red Sea, where 10 to 12 percent of global trade passes daily. Instability in this region could disrupt international shipping routes and energy supplies, directly affecting Europe’s security and economy. The crisis also fuels displacement, famine, and refugee flows that strain the international humanitarian system.

The European community and the wider international order cannot afford to ignore this. Turkey’s support for armed groups in Sudan is not only a regional issue but a global security challenge. Strong political and legal action is needed to hold Ankara accountable and to prevent further erosion of international peace and humanitarian law.