The New York Times reported on February 1, 2026, new evidence showing a secret Egyptian air base serves as the hub for Sudan's drone operations in Africa's largest conflict, transforming it into a theater for high-tech warfare driven by foreign interests, according to journalist Declan Walsh. The article details how the base enables drone strikes amid Sudan's ongoing war, with evidence emerging from recent investigations into foreign involvement. Walsh shared the story via X on an unspecified recent date, highlighting its role in escalating the conflict. No developments on this revelation occurred during the reporting window from 11:45 AM to 2:45 PM UTC on February 2, 2026. The report builds on prior coverage of the Sudan conflict morphing through advanced weaponry.
