Egypt rejected the Sudanese accusations of supporting the armed groups in Darfur in western Sudan, and asserted its respect for the sovereignty of Sudan over its territories. He also added that Egypt has participated in all peace negotiations between the Sudanese government and rebels in Darfur. Also, Egypt has units in the peacekeeping forces to boost peace and stability in Darfur, according to Abu Zaid. Sudanese president Omar Al-Bashir accused Egypt of supporting the armed groups in Darfur in western Sudan. However, Sudan fought alongside Egypt during its 1967 and 1973 wars against Israel, but Egypt did not support Sudan in its war against rebels, which lasted for 20 years—not even with a single bullet—Al-Bashir stated.

Source: Daily News Egypt May 24, 2017 15:11 UTC