Disrupting

Initial accounts suggest that as many as three people from each faction have perished, with numerous others wounded. The turmoil, ignited by recent clan-related slayings costing four lives from both sides, has fostered a fraught ambiance in Qoryooley. The skirmish has thrown business dealings and city traffic into disarray. Militias lingering close to the conflict zones intensify the district's anxiety. Residents remain jittery as the chaos persists, and local leaders have yet to quell the violence. The ongoing militia…

The United Arab Emirates (UAE) is not undermining Sudan mediation talks, according to South Sudan. Recent conflicts between the Rapid Support Forces (RSF) and Sudan Armed Forces (SAF) prompted the allegations. Juba denies the claims against Abu Dhabi, calling for accountability on both sides. South Sudan has been leading the mediation talks, closely watched by the world. Mubarak Ardol accused a UAE official of visiting rebel areas in South Kordofan after Juba, trying to disrupt an agreement on delivering aid. Minister…