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===Relationship with Ukraine===
{{see also|Sudan–Ukraine relations}}
Despite Sudan's initial pro-Russian stance in the UN, it supplied weapons to Ukraine after Russia's 2022 invasion. Ukraine plans to build a new embassy in Sudan to strengthen ties, reflecting mutual interests in countering Russian aggression. The Embassy of Sudan in Ukraine was established in September 2013, with an Honorary Consulate of Ukraine in Khartoum, further formalizing ties. Ukrainian special forces have been active in Sudan's civil war, focusing on operations against the Russian Wagner Group and their allies.<ref>https://www.nzz.ch/english/ukraine-claims-to-be-fighting-russia-in-a-secret-war-in-sudan-ld.1819984</ref><ref>https://www.newarab.com/analysis/why-are-ukrainian-special-forces-fighting-sudans-war</ref> Reports from sources like The Kyiv Post and CNN indicate their involvement since September 2023, with activities including drone strikes and ground attacks.<ref>https://edition.cnn.com/2023/09/19/africa/ukraine-military-sudan-wagner-cmd-intl/index.html</ref> The strategic importance of Sudan for both Ukraine and Russia lies in its location and resources, with Wagner's gold mining concessions adding economic layers to the conflict. Ukraine's involvement may force Russia to divert Wagner fighters, as seen in reports of recalls from central Africa to reinforce efforts in Ukraine, potentially impacting Sudan's stability.<ref>https://www.friendsofeurope.org/insights/critical-thinking-sudan-is-this-an-even-more-geopolitical-conflict-than-ukraine-or-gaza/</ref>