Sudan Civil War News

Latest verified updates on Sudan’s SAF–RSF war, Darfur atrocities, displacement, famine risk, and diplomatic efforts.

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KEY ACTORS

Sudanese Armed Forces (SAF)—National military led by General Abdel Fattah al-Burhan

Rapid Support Forces (RSF)—Paramilitary group led by Mohamed Hamdan Dagalo (Hemedti)

Abdel Fattah al-Burhan—Head of state and commander of the SAF

Mohamed Hamdan Dagalo (Hemedti)—Commander of the RSF

ACTIVE FRONTS & FLASHPOINTS

El FasherKhartoumOmdurmanPort SudanNorth Darfur

KEY STATISTICS

CASUALTIESOver 150,000 estimated dead (Sudan Conflict Observatory / U.S. estimates, 2024)

DISPLACED10.7 million internally displaced; 1.9 million refugees fled to neighboring countries (UNHCR, 2024)

ESCALATIONApril 2023 — Armed conflict erupts between SAF and RSF in Khartoum

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LATEST INTELLIGENCE182 verified articles

Hundreds of thousands lack adequate shelter at Sudan’s Tawila camp

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Al Jazeera

center7h ago

Hundreds of thousands lack adequate shelter at Sudan’s Tawila camp

Hundreds of thousands of displaced people in Sudan's Tawila camp lack adequate shelter, with only 3,000 new tents erected by the IOM and Turkish authorities against a need for over 665,000. The insufficient aid exacerbates rapid spread of malnutrition and disease amid the rainy season and ongoing conflict.

Sudan / DarfurFULL BRIEF

Sudan's healthcare system on brink of collapse after cuts, medical charity warns

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BBC Africa

center2d ago

Sudan's healthcare system on brink of collapse after cuts, medical charity warns

Médecins Sans Frontières (MSF) warned that Sudan's healthcare system is nearing collapse due to global funding cuts, leading to the closure of numerous facilities and forcing patients to undertake dangerous journeys for treatment. The charity highlighted a 22.5% increase in admissions to supported facilities in central Darfur and stated that attacks on healthcare workers continue amid widespread food insecurity and ongoing conflict.

Sudan / DarfurFULL BRIEF

Sudan’s healthcare system on brink of collapse, MSF warns

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Al Jazeera

center2d ago

Sudan’s healthcare system on brink of collapse, MSF warns

Doctors Without Borders (MSF) warned on Tuesday that Sudan's healthcare system is collapsing, with 37 percent of facilities nonoperational due to dwindling international aid funding. The medical charity urged governments at the UN General Assembly to protect health funding as the war between the SAF and RSF escalates, exacerbating a severe humanitarian crisis.

Sudan / DarfurFULL BRIEF

‘This is what I have to do to survive’: the Sudan refugees forced into sex work

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The Guardian Africa

left3d ago

‘This is what I have to do to survive’: the Sudan refugees forced into sex work

Sudanese women refugees in Egypt are increasingly resorting to sex work to survive due to a lack of healthcare, education, and employment opportunities, exacerbated by funding shortfalls for aid agencies. These women, many of whom were previously homemakers in Sudan, face exploitation and poverty after fleeing the civil war, with some reporting that 90% of women in their neighborhoods are subject to sexual exploitation.

Sudan / DarfurFULL BRIEF

At least five killed in Sudan’s South Kordofan in attack by rebel group

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Al Jazeera

center5d ago

At least five killed in Sudan’s South Kordofan in attack by rebel group

Sudan Doctors Network reported SPLM-N forces shelled Dilling in South Kordofan on Friday, killing at least five civilians, hours after similar attacks near Kauda killed over 21 people, reportedly targeting the Otoro tribe. These attacks exacerbate the ongoing civil war and humanitarian crisis, with the UN warning of increased foreign involvement driving the conflict.

Sudan / DarfurFULL BRIEF

Foreign fighters and external support fuel Sudan’s war: UN-backed probe

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Al Jazeera

center7d ago

Foreign fighters and external support fuel Sudan’s war: UN-backed probe

A UN-backed investigation reported that foreign fighters and external support, including drones and weapons, are fueling Sudan's civil war by enhancing the capabilities of both the Rapid Support Forces (RSF) and the Sudanese Armed Forces (SAF). The report documented the recruitment of up to 2,000 former Colombian military contractors and fighters from neighboring countries, with transnational entities operating from countries including Colombia and the UAE facilitating this support, exacerbating the humanitarian crisis.

Sudan / DarfurFULL BRIEF

Sudan army says RSF advance on key town bordering Ethiopia

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Al Jazeera

center28d ago

Sudan army says RSF advance on key town bordering Ethiopia

Sudan's Rapid Support Forces (RSF) and allies advanced into the strategically important border town of Kurmuk in Blue Nile State on Thursday, with the Sudanese army withdrawing, according to military and government sources. The RSF claimed heavy losses inflicted on army troops and seized weapons, while the local administration reported intensive drone and artillery attacks originating from the regional neighborhood.

Sudan / DarfurFULL BRIEF

Sudan’s army chief holds unannounced talks on national dialogue

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Al Jazeera

center31d ago

Sudan’s army chief holds unannounced talks on national dialogue

Sudan's army chief Abdel Fattah al-Burhan held unannounced consultations with political and civil society groups, agreeing on steps to prepare for a national dialogue conference. These steps include potentially dropping death penalty charges against opposition leaders and forming a preparatory committee, aiming to create a conducive climate for broader political engagement amidst the ongoing conflict with the RSF.

Sudan / DarfurFULL BRIEF

Has the army turned the page on control of western Sudan?

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Al Jazeera

center31d ago

Has the army turned the page on control of western Sudan?

Sudanese army-aligned forces repelled two RSF attacks in the strategically important Bir Saliba region, north of el-Geneina, West Darfur, in early August. These gains, coupled with efforts to disrupt RSF supply lines along the Chad border and the reported death of a key RSF commander, signal a potential shift in the conflict towards el-Geneina, the RSF's last stronghold in the region.

Sudan / DarfurFULL BRIEF

Sudan’s war threatens an ‘entire generation’s’ future, UN warns

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Al Jazeera

center33d ago

Sudan’s war threatens an ‘entire generation’s’ future, UN warns

United Nations Deputy Secretary-General Amina Mohammed warned on Friday that Sudan's ongoing civil war has left over 8 million school-age children out of the classroom, with nearly three-quarters of schools damaged or unusable. The conflict, which began in April 2023, threatens to deprive an entire generation of education and its future, according to the UN.

Sudan / DarfurFULL BRIEF

We have no tents or blanket : Ceuta migrants struggle to survive brutal heat and freezing nights | Refugees

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theguardian.com

left33d ago

We have no tents or blanket : Ceuta migrants struggle to survive brutal heat and freezing nights | Refugees

Following an influx of over 72,000 migrants into Ceuta, thousands remain stranded on El Trampolín beach, enduring extreme heat and cold without adequate shelter or sanitation. While authorities have begun installing facilities, the migrants' precarious situation highlights the ongoing humanitarian crisis and the vulnerability of Spain's border, with fears of further crossings.

Sudan / DarfurFULL BRIEF

Sudan's invisible children - born in war with no legal identity

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BBC Africa

center34d ago

Sudan's invisible children - born in war with no legal identity

A 17-year-old Sudanese girl, Amira, gave birth to a son in early 2025 after being abducted and raped by RSF-affiliated men near el-Fasher in late 2024. Her son, born without a father's identity, cannot be registered, leaving him without legal status, vaccinations, or future educational opportunities due to the ongoing conflict.

Sudan / DarfurFULL BRIEF

Judge approves Trump effort to end South Sudan TPS protections

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The Guardian Africa

left34d ago

Judge approves Trump effort to end South Sudan TPS protections

A federal judge in Massachusetts approved the Trump administration's effort to end Temporary Protected Status (TPS) for hundreds of South Sudanese nationals in the United States. The ruling, which follows a similar Supreme Court decision for Haitians and Syrians, means over 232 South Sudanese with TPS could lose their legal status and work permits.

Sudan / DarfurFULL BRIEF

Sudan war threatens ancient Meroe pyramids, a UNESCO Heritage Site

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Al Jazeera

center35d ago

Sudan war threatens ancient Meroe pyramids, a UNESCO Heritage Site

Sudan's ongoing conflict is endangering the ancient Meroe pyramids, a UNESCO World Heritage Site located north of Khartoum, as fighting has halted all preservation efforts and left the structures exposed. Archaeologists warn that neglect, windblown sand, encroaching vegetation, and salt erosion are accelerating decay, with stones reportedly beginning to fall and collapses becoming possible.

Sudan / DarfurFULL BRIEF

Red Cross urges international aid as Sudan crisis deepens

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Al Jazeera

center37d ago

Red Cross urges international aid as Sudan crisis deepens

Charity warns that shrinking humanitarian support could threaten efforts to support communities trying to rebuild lives.

Sudan / DarfurFULL BRIEF

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DW News

center37d ago

South Sudan: How climate change can result in toxic water

Years of flooding have resulted in disastrous water pollution in South Sudan's main oil region. As communities, scientists and health workers scramble for solutions, the long-term impacts of the crisis is yet to emerge.

Sudan / DarfurFULL BRIEF

Sudan army drone strike on court session kills 35, rights group says

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BBC Africa

center38d ago

Sudan army drone strike on court session kills 35, rights group says

Sudanese army drone strikes on a traditional court session in Ghara al-Zawiya village, Darfur, killed 35 people and injured dozens more on Sunday afternoon, according to the Emergency Lawyers Group. The attack, which targeted a gathering of local leaders and included RSF commanders, occurred in an area controlled by the RSF, with the army yet to comment on the incident.

Sudan / DarfurFULL BRIEF

Sudan army drone attack on Darfur kills 35, rights group says

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Al Jazeera

center38d ago

Sudan army drone attack on Darfur kills 35, rights group says

Sudanese army drones struck a traditional court in Garra al-Zawaya, North Darfur on Sunday, killing at least 35 people including tribal leaders and RSF commanders, according to the Emergency Lawyers group. The attack occurred during a court session in the village, which is under RSF control, highlighting the ongoing escalation of drone warfare in the Darfur conflict.

Sudan / DarfurFULL BRIEF

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DW News

center41d ago

Sudan civil war: When drones strike the classroom

Rapid Support Forces (RSF) drone attacks in el-Obeid have damaged civilian infrastructure, including a primary school where three children were killed, causing widespread trauma and fear among the population. Analysts and aid organizations warn that the RSF's ongoing siege and bombardment of the strategically important city could lead to mass atrocities similar to those documented in el-Fasher.

Sudan / DarfurFULL BRIEF

'No safe options' for thousands sheltering in key Sudan city as RSF fighters advance

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BBC Africa

center43d ago

'No safe options' for thousands sheltering in key Sudan city as RSF fighters advance

Thousands of displaced people in el-Obeid, North Kordofan, face renewed threats as Rapid Support Forces (RSF) fighters advance on the Sudanese military-controlled city. The UN warns of potential atrocities similar to those in el-Fasher, while RSF drone strikes and blockades exacerbate severe food and water shortages for the growing civilian population.

Sudan / DarfurFULL BRIEF