Sudan Drone Attack: Sudan accused UAE of drone attack, Emirates called it a lie and propaganda campaign

There is now an international uproar over the drone attack on Sudan’s Khartoum International Airport. The Sudan government has directly accused UAE and Ethiopia of conspiring this attack. At the same time, UAE has termed all these claims as completely false and termed them as part of a well-planned conspiracy and propaganda.

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What happened at Khartoum airport and what evidence did Sudan provide?

According to the information, on Monday, May 4, 2026, there was a drone attack on Khartoum International Airport and the military bases near it. After this, on Tuesday, May 5, Sudan formally accused UAE and Ethiopia of this attack. Sudanese Foreign Minister Mohi el-Din Salem and military spokesman Assim Awad Abdel Wahab said they had strong evidence that the drones were flown from Ethiopia’s Bahir Dar air base.

• Sudan presented technical data of a drone whose serial number was S88 and linked it to the UAE.
• Sudan called it a violation of its sovereignty and said it would respond at a time and place of its choosing.
• Angered, Sudan has recalled its ambassador from Ethiopia.

How did UAE and Ethiopia reject the allegations?

UAE officials responded to these allegations and called them baseless. Emirati officials said it was a propaganda campaign run by the Port Sudan Authority. UAE says that such false allegations are being made only to prolong the ongoing civil war inside Sudan and to stop peace efforts.

The UAE made it clear that it is not supporting any faction in the Sudanese conflict and appealed for an immediate end to the war. Similarly, Ethiopia also rejected these allegations and on the contrary accused the Sudanese army of breaking agreements.

What did the big countries of the world say on this dispute?

America, Saudi Arabia and Egypt have also expressed their opinion in this matter. Senior US advisor Massad Bolas said such attacks should stop and all sides should accept a humanitarian ceasefire. He clearly said that no outside country should support this fight.

Egypt and Saudi Arabia strongly condemned the attack on Khartoum airport. Both these countries have warned Sudan’s neighboring countries not to interfere in this internal dispute.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

When was the drone attack on Khartoum airport?

The drone attack on Khartoum International Airport and surrounding military bases took place on Monday, 4 May 2026.

What evidence has Sudan presented against UAE?

Sudan has presented technical data of a drone whose serial number is S88 and claimed that this drone is linked to the UAE.