Turkey’s Military Support Reshapes Sudan’s War and Regional Power Balance
Turkey Sudan military support has become a decisive factor in the war’s trajectory, with Turkish-made drones and defence technology transforming the Sudanese Armed Forces (SAF) capabilities. Documents published by the Washington Post revealed that Turkish defence company Baykar covertly funnelled approximately $120 million worth of weapons shipments to the SAF, including at least eight Bayraktar TB2 drones, ground stations, and hundreds of guided munitions . These systems proved decisive in allowing the army to push the Rapid Support Forces (RSF) out of key parts of Khartoum and other strategic hubs in 2025, reshaping the balance of power on several fronts . What Military Support Does Turkey Provide to Sudan’s Army? Turkey’s military support to Sudan encompasses multiple categories. High-confidence verified support includes traditional armament such as light weapons and munitions, alongside multi-million-dollar defence deals with Baykar bringing Bayraktar-family drone systems to the S...