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In a tense and volatile climate, Sudan has once again become a theater of intense conflict. The city of Omdurman, nestled against the majestic flow of the Nile, resounded with the cacophony of warfare on Tuesday. This unrest serves as a poignant reminder of the fragile peace that once inhabited the nation's heart. But what led us to this juncture? The Sudanese army, in a strategic maneuver, engaged in fierce battles against rival paramilitary forces in Omdurman. According to descriptions from a correspondent of Agence…

Khartoum Declared Free of RSF Presence On Tuesday, the Sudanese army made a significant announcement: Khartoum, the nation's capital, is now "completely free" of the paramilitary Rapid Support Forces (RSF) after enduring months of intense skirmishes. With a sense of tangible relief, army spokesperson Nabil Abdullah proclaimed in a recorded statement, "We announce today the full clearing of the entire state of Khartoum from any presence of the Al-Dagalo militia and the purification of our national capital from the stain of…

Almost a month has passed since the harrowing assault on the Zamzam displacement camp in North Darfur, yet tens of thousands of survivors are still languishing in Tawila. They face staggering shortages of essential supplies: food, water, shelter, and medical care are all in disconcerting demand. As hostilities engulf the vicinity of el-Fasher, fresh waves of displaced families arrive daily, many in grave condition, as observed by the humanitarian organization Doctors Without Borders (MSF). The catastrophe of April,…

Port Sudan Under Siege: The Complexity of Conflict in Sudan It was early Tuesday morning when the tranquility of Port Sudan shattered. Drones, operated by Sudan's paramilitary Rapid Support Forces (RSF), blitzed critical sites of this Red Sea city. The airport, main port, and a prominent hotel bore the brunt of this assault, as confirmed by military officials. This was not an isolated event; rather, it marked the second such airborne attack within a week on this once-peaceful city, now serving as a refuge for those…

In an unexpected twist of geopolitical dynamics, Sudan publicly announced on Tuesday that it is severing diplomatic ties with the United Arab Emirates. The accusation? The Gulf state stands with the paramilitary forces that recently orchestrated a drone strike in the heart of Port Sudan. Sudan's Security and Defense Council wasted no time labeling the UAE an "aggressor state." In a stern communication, they accused the emirate of backing the notorious Rapid Support Forces (RSF). Why does this claim strike a chord…

Drone Attack in Port Sudan: A New Chapter in Sudan’s Conflict On a seemingly tranquil Sunday, the calm of Port Sudan was abruptly shattered. The bustling coastal city, nestled by the Red Sea, once a government refuge amid a prolonged conflict, bore witness to an unexpected assault. The paramilitary group known as the Rapid Support Forces (RSF) launched a meticulous drone attack aimed at a military airbase and adjacent civilian sites. Remarkably, no casualties were reported from this audacious strike. “In times of…

In a striking move that sends tremors through an already fractured Sudan, the paramilitary outfit known as the Rapid Support Forces (RSF) has proclaimed the establishment of a rival government. This audacious announcement seeks to extend control over territories in its grasp, including the war-torn western region of Darfur. Recent United Nations reports bear grim witness to the havoc wrought by this group, with more than 400 souls perishing in the wake of its attacks. But was this move just a reaction to the pressing chaos,…

Sudan Conflict: Humanitarian Crisis Deepens Two Years On It has been two years since the outbreak of a devastating war in Sudan—a conflict that has taken tens of thousands of lives and driven 13 million people from their homes. Labeled by the United Nations as the world's most dire humanitarian crisis, there seems to be no end in sight. Sudan has unwittingly etched this grim anniversary into its history on Tuesday. Chaotic Beginnings On April 15, 2023, Sudan became a fiery arena of war as tensions boiled over between…

In the vast desert expanse known as the Zamzam displacement camp, a poignant story of loss and resilience emerges. Mona Ibrahim, a mother grappling with the shadows of suffering, has faced unimaginable tragedy: the loss of her daughter, Rania, and her infant son, Montasir, to the scourge of malnutrition. "I could only hold them as they faded away," she shared softly during a video call with Agence France-Presse (AFP). Forty-year-old Ibrahim sat outside a makeshift shelter patched together with straw and plastic near North…

In a vivid tableau of violence and chaos, the fractured landscape of Sudan has once again been consumed by ferocious warfare. With hitters clashing violently on Monday, it's a scene reminiscent of a grim battlefield, leaving at least 65 souls extinguished and more than 130 bodies battered, according to statements from medical personnel on the ground. The Southern realms of Kordofan and the sun-beaten horizons of Darfur have become echoes of an unending struggle. But who truly bears the scars of such relentless conflict?…