Kenya faces accusations from Sudan for allegedly siding with the RSF, exacerbating diplomatic tensions. This comes amid ongoing civil strife in Sudan and Kenya’s historied role as a mediator. International backlash has emerged regarding Kenya’s actions, including criticism from the U.S. and U.N. Additionally, concerns about human rights violations further complicate Kenya’s global standing.
Recent actions involving Kenyan Vice President Kithure Kindiki and the leader of the Rapid Support Forces (RSF), Mohamed Hamdan “Hemedti” Dagalo, have led to tensions between Kenya and Sudan. The images of Kindiki welcoming Hemedti at Nairobi’s Jomo Kenyatta International Airport ignited accusations from Sudan, which described Kenya’s stance as “irresponsible” and deemed it as adopting a policy akin to that of a rogue state.
Kenya’s recent diplomatic actions, notably its engagement with the RSF and the M23 rebels, suggest a significant deviation from its historically neutral role in regional conflicts. This behavior, coupled with human rights concerns regarding the treatment of opposition figures and asylum-seekers, indicates Kenya’s growing isolation and a questionable commitment to international norms. Analysts are increasingly portraying Kenya as a rogue state, raising alarms about its future in the international community.
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