Israeli authorities have prohibited two demonstrations organized by Sudanese refugees aimed at condemning the atrocities committed by the Rapid Support Forces (RSF) in Sudan, a paramilitary group allegedly supported by the United Arab Emirates (UAE). One protest was planned outside the Emirati embassy in Herzliya, north of Tel Aviv, to highlight the UAE’s backing of the RSF, which has been accused of genocide. The Israeli police justified the cancellation by claiming the demonstrations could jeopardize national security and public order. The Association for Civil Rights in Israel challenged the decision in the Supreme Court, arguing it violated freedom of expression. However, the court upheld the police’s stance after the National Security Council warned that the protests could harm Israel’s foreign relations. Anwar Suliman, a Sudanese asylum seeker and organizer, revealed that the UAE had requested the protest be halted, raising concerns about Israel’s alignment with the UAE. Despite the cancellations, Suliman vowed to continue raising awareness about the RSF’s crimes, which include widespread killings, sexual violence, and expulsions in Sudan. The RSF’s recent capture of el-Fasher in Darfur has exacerbated the humanitarian crisis, with reports of 27,000 deaths in just three days. Suliman criticized the lack of Israeli media coverage, attributing it to fear or censorship. Israel’s treatment of Sudanese asylum seekers has also been contentious, with many facing legal and social obstacles despite their refugee status. The Hotline for Refugees and Migrants has documented systemic discrimination against asylum seekers, who are often stigmatized as security threats. The incident underscores the complex interplay between domestic policies, international relations, and human rights advocacy in Israel.