Sudan

In a somber reminder of the fragile state of peace, the United Nations issued a stark warning Thursday, drawing attention to two tragically beleaguered regions in southern Sudan on the cusp of catastrophe. South Kordofan and Blue Nile, battered by a surge in deadly conflict, lie at the heart of this burgeoning disaster.Renewed hostilities have exploded in recent weeks between Sudan's military forces and a splinter group of the Sudan People's Liberation Movement-North (SPLM-N), led by the contentious Abdel Aziz al-Hilu.…

Complex Web of Allegations: Gold Laundering and International Sanctions The Korean leader is deemed the 'real commander' of RSF, accused of enabling the laundering of gold money through Nairobi. Kenya's then deputy president William Ruto (right) and his then running mate Rigathi Gachagua in Nairobi, Kenya, on 4 June 2022 (AFP/Yasuyoshi Chiba) An Intersection of Politics and…

How does one reconcile with tragedy when it's written into the soil, woven into the very air one breathes? The city of Khartoum found itself grappling with such a question after a Sudanese military transport plane met its untimely end on the fringes of the capital. A grim revelation was announced on a somber Wednesday by the regional government—forty-six souls vanished into the abyss, leaving behind a community shattered but resolute.Imagine a routine evening near the sprawling military installation of Wadi Seidna. Life, in…

Diplomatic Turbulence: A Tale of Visas and Citizenship In the heart of South Sudan, political waves are stirring. The recent dismissal of Goc, the former Foreign Affairs Minister, serves as a vivid testament to the ongoing diplomatic strife between South Sudan and the United States. This turmoil stems from a contentious deportation of a man initially presumed to be a South Sudanese national. The unfolding events offer a profound lens into the complexities of immigration and national identity.…

Sudanese Military Reclaims Khartoum's International Airport In an unexpected turn of events on Wednesday, the Sudanese army reclaimed Khartoum's international airport, a symbol of a city long contested. This impressive feat coincided with the return of the military chief, Gen. Abdel-Fattah Burhan, who stepped foot in the capital for the first time since 2021. Is this a new chapter for Khartoum, or merely another stanza in an ongoing saga? In a scene striking for its dramatic flair, the military broadcast footage of…

In the midst of Sudan’s unfolding chaos, Khartoum stands as a city besieged by brutality and upheaval. The paramilitary Rapid Support Forces (RSF), embroiled in a fierce struggle for dominance against national army troops, have left at least 50 souls extinguished over the past week alone. The situation teeters dangerously on the precipice of catastrophe. A poignant narrative emerges from the trenches of this urban battlefield, narrated by the Khartoum Emergency Response Room—a courageous network of local volunteers…

In the shadowy theater of Sudan’s ongoing conflict, unimaginable atrocities unfold—atrocities none could fathom until they become harrowing reality. Rarely do we confront such stark evidence of humanity's darkest instincts. Take a moment, if you will: Can you imagine children, even infants as young as one, caught in the vicious cycle of sexual violence? This chilling phenomenon, reported by UNICEF on Tuesday, is one of the bleakest narratives emerging from the clashing forces of Sudan’s army and the paramilitary Rapid…

South Sudan recently characterized the US decision to revoke visas as both unfair and politically motivated. This controversy can be traced back to an incident involving a Congolese national. South Sudan argues that this individual, rather than its own citizens, initiated the diplomatic kerfuffle that ultimately drew Washington’s reproach. This situation leads us to ponder: How often do misunderstandings in global affairs stem from misidentified individuals?…

The United States' Stance on South Sudanese Visas: A Critical Approach In an unexpected move, the United States has disclosed its intention to cancel all visas associated with South Sudanese passport holders. The rationale behind this drastic decision? South Sudan's continued noncompliance regarding the acceptance of their citizens who have faced repatriation. One might wonder, what implications does this decision hold for both nations? This announcement couldn't come at a more tumultuous time for Africa's…

In the realm of global compassion, Saudi Arabia has taken significant strides through its continuing humanitarian efforts aimed at uplifting communities in dire need around the world. The Saudi Press Agency dropped some compelling news on Tuesday, highlighting the groundbreaking work of the Kingdom's aid powerhouse, the King Salman Humanitarian Aid and Relief Centre, more commonly known as KSrelief. KSrelief has embarked on a mission that is both monumental and necessary, delivering a lifeline of food, clothing, and shelter…