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AU peace and security council rejects North Western State of Somalia recognition, reaffirms Somalia’s territorial integrity, condemns external meddling in Sudan The African Union’s Peace and Security Council on Thursday reaffirmed Somalia’s sovereignty and territorial integrity, rejected any recognition of North Western State of Somalia as an independent state, and condemned external interference fueling Sudan’s war, following a ministerial-level meeting in Addis Ababa. In a strongly worded communique, the council said it…

Sudan’s Conflict: Drone Strike on Mosque Escalates Civilian Toll The conflict in Sudan between the Rapid Support Forces (RSF) and the national military intensifies with a recent drone strike on a mosque, resulting in the casualties of two children and injuries to 13 others. The attack occurred in al-Rahad city, North Kordofan, during a dawn lesson. Reported by the Sudan Doctors Network, it highlights escalating violations against civilians. No comment has been received from the RSF regarding the strike.…

U.N. Warns of Repeated Atrocities in Sudan The U.N. rights chief has warned of potential repeated atrocities in Sudan, emphasizing the need for accountability and prevention. Recent violence has shown the urgent need for international attention. Volker Türk called the el-Fasher violence a "preventable human rights catastrophe." The atrocities involved mass killings, sexual violence, and the use of child soldiers. International community urged to prevent a similar crisis in Kordofan. Unfolding Tragedy:…

Suffering and Survival in Eastern Chad: A Refugee Crisis Unfolds Authorities and aid organizations in eastern Chad are grappling with a surge of Sudanese refugees fleeing a brutal conflict. The humanitarian emergency is highlighted by severe shortages in medical and mental health support. Wounded refugees suffer from both physical and psychological trauma. The conflict involves drone attacks and ground combat, creating casualties. Chad's medical facilities are overstretched, struggling to cope with the influx.…

The Breaking Siege of Kadugli: A Turning Point in Sudan's Conflict The Sudanese army has broken a paramilitary siege on the key southern city of Kadugli, signaling a significant shift in the war within the Kordofan region. This development marks a notable reversal of the paramilitary Rapid Support Forces' (RSF) offensive strategies. The army's breakthrough was confirmed by Sudanese army chief Abdel Fattah al-Burhan. Kadugli has been under siege for much of Sudan's nearly three-year conflict. The city, a focal…

Assessing the Destruction of El-Fasher El-Fasher has been devastated and mostly evacuated following its seizure by the Rapid Support Forces. Doctors Without Borders (MSF) recently conducted a limited assessment of the city's status. The city was overtaken after months of siege by the RSF. MSF's findings highlight massive destruction and depopulation. The visit marked MSF's first entry since suspending operations in August 2024. A Ghost Town MSF described El-Fasher as resembling a ghost town, with only a few…

Passenger Flights Resume at Khartoum International Airport Sudan's Khartoum International Airport witnessed the arrival of its first passenger flight since the outbreak of civil war in April 2023. This marks a significant milestone following extensive conflicts between the army and the Rapid Support Forces (RSF). The flight was operated by Sudan Airways from Port Sudan. Onboard was Prime Minister Kamil Idris. The return signifies renewed airport operations. Background of the Conflict The civil war heavily…

Egypt Assumes AU Peace and Security Council Leadership, Vows to Prioritize Sudan and Somalia CAIRO — Egypt on Sunday took over the rotating monthly leadership of the African Union’s Peace and Security Council, pledging to prioritize efforts to address the conflicts in Sudan and Somalia. The one-month presidency, which began Feb. 1, comes as the continent confronts overlapping crises, including armed violence, fragile political transitions, food insecurity and climate-related pressures, according to Egypt’s Ministry of…

Egypt takes helm of AU Peace and Security Council, puts Sudan and Somalia atop agenda CAIRO — Egypt on Sunday assumed the rotating presidency of the African Union’s Peace and Security Council, pledging to focus its one-month term on the crises in Sudan and Somalia while advancing a broader agenda linking peace, security and governance across the continent. The presidency, which began Feb. 1, comes amid what Cairo described as escalating and overlapping challenges in Africa — from protracted armed conflicts and fragile…

Humanitarian Crisis in Sudan Amid Prolonged Conflict The ongoing civil war in Sudan has caused a large-scale humanitarian crisis, marked by extensive displacement and acute food shortages. This section explores the dire humanitarian conditions and the impact on the population. Conflict between Sudan's army and Rapid Support Forces (RSF). Tens of thousands dead, approximately 11 million displaced. Over 21 million facing acute food insecurity. UN's Condemnation and Call for Action UN Human Rights commissioner…