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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
Context reviewed 2025-04-01GLOSSARY →
LATEST INTELLIGENCE201 verified articles
Why el-Obeid matters as Sudan’s war enters a new phase
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Al Jazeera
center89d ago

Why el-Obeid matters as Sudan’s war enters a new phase

Over 11,000 people, including over 5,500 children, have fled escalating fighting around el-Obeid in Sudan over the past two weeks, according to Save the Children, as the UN warns up to 500,000 civilians could be at risk if violence intensifies. The strategic city, a key logistical hub for both military and humanitarian aid, has become the latest focal point in the war between the SAF and RSF, with intensified fighting reflecting a broader shift of conflict to western Sudan.

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Over 5,500 children displaced by fighting in Sudan’s el-Obeid, charity says
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Al Jazeera
center90d ago

Over 5,500 children displaced by fighting in Sudan’s el-Obeid, charity says

Over 5,500 children have been displaced by intensified fighting and drone attacks around el-Obeid, Sudan, according to Save the Children, exacerbating difficult living conditions and a cholera outbreak. The city, besieged by the RSF, faces severe shortages and overcrowding, with the UN warning of a potential human rights catastrophe similar to events in el-Fasher.

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The Guardian view on atrocities in Sudan: when ‘never again’ becomes again, and again | Editorial
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The Guardian Africa
left90d ago

The Guardian view on atrocities in Sudan: when ‘never again’ becomes again, and again | Editorial

The UN rights chief warned of a "red alert" catastrophe unfolding in El Obeid, Sudan, as the RSF and allies mass around the city, echoing past atrocities in Darfur and El Fasher where UN investigators reported "the hallmarks of genocide." The article criticizes the international community's inattention and the fueling of the conflict by external actors, particularly the UAE, while Sudanese civilians suffer immense displacement and death.

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El-Obeid under siege by RSF: Could this be Sudan’s next el-Fasher?
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Al Jazeera
center90d ago

El-Obeid under siege by RSF: Could this be Sudan’s next el-Fasher?

The Rapid Support Forces (RSF) paramilitary group has intensified drone attacks on El-Obeid, the capital of North Kordofan state, trapping approximately 500,000 people and damaging critical infrastructure. The UN warns of an impending humanitarian catastrophe, citing credible reports of ethnically targeted violence and potential atrocities similar to those seen in El-Fasher.

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Sudan’s maternity wards reopen, bringing hope amid war struggles
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Al Jazeera
center90d ago

Sudan’s maternity wards reopen, bringing hope amid war struggles

Sudan's capital has reopened 15 maternity wards, including Omdurman Maternity Hospital, which now facilitates around 60 births daily, offering a vital sense of safety for mothers amid ongoing war struggles. Despite improvements, challenges persist with medication shortages, inflated prices, and a critical gap in qualified medical staff due to the conflict.

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‘The situation is terrible’: aid workers on life in Sudanese city pummelled by drone strikes
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The Guardian Africa
left92d ago

‘The situation is terrible’: aid workers on life in Sudanese city pummelled by drone strikes

Rapid Support Forces (RSF) drone strikes on El Obeid, Sudan, killed over 20 people including students and damaged civilian infrastructure between June 6 and June 28, according to UN human rights office reports. The UN High Commissioner for Human Rights warned of an unfolding human rights catastrophe, citing growing fears of atrocities similar to those seen in El Fasher.

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UN sounds ‘red alert’ over human rights catastrophe in Sudan’s el-Obeid
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Al Jazeera
center93d ago

UN sounds ‘red alert’ over human rights catastrophe in Sudan’s el-Obeid

UN Human Rights Chief Volker Turk issued a red alert over el-Obeid, Sudan, warning of an unfolding human rights catastrophe amid fears of an imminent Rapid Support Forces (RSF) assault. The city, which hosts nearly 100,000 displaced people, has faced intense RSF attacks and drone strikes, leading to critical shortages and at least 45 reported deaths between June 6 and 28.

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Fears of new massacre in Sudan’s el-Obeid: What do we know?
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Al Jazeera
center94d ago

Fears of new massacre in Sudan’s el-Obeid: What do we know?

Rapid Support Forces (RSF) troops are encircling el-Obeid, the capital of North Kordofan, Sudan, with civilians facing escalating drone attacks and damaged infrastructure. International groups and the UN Human Rights Council are warning of imminent mass atrocities and a humanitarian catastrophe for the city's 500,000 residents, fearing conditions could mirror those in el-Fasher.

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Amnesty says RSF committed ethnic cleansing in Sudan’s el-Fasher
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Al Jazeera
center95d ago

Amnesty says RSF committed ethnic cleansing in Sudan’s el-Fasher

Amnesty International alleges the Rapid Support Forces (RSF) committed crimes against humanity and ethnic cleansing in and around el-Fasher, North Darfur, between early 2024 and October 2025. The report details widespread killings, torture, and sexual violence, particularly targeting villages inhabited by the Zaghawa ethnic group, contributing to famine and mass displacement.

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Sudan’s RSF committed crimes against humanity in El Fasher, Amnesty says
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The Guardian Africa
left95d ago

Sudan’s RSF committed crimes against humanity in El Fasher, Amnesty says

Amnesty International alleged that the Sudanese Rapid Support Forces (RSF) committed crimes against humanity and ethnic cleansing during their seizure of El Fasher in North Darfur last year. The report, based on interviews with survivors and analysis of evidence, details widespread and systematic attacks against civilians including murder, torture, rape, and enslavement, constituting persecution and ethnic cleansing.

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UN Human Rights Council to hold urgent meeting on Sudan crisis
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Al Jazeera
center95d ago

UN Human Rights Council to hold urgent meeting on Sudan crisis

The UN Human Rights Council will hold an urgent meeting in Geneva to address the human rights situation in el-Obeid, Sudan, following warnings that approximately 500,000 civilians are at risk of large-scale atrocities amid escalating drone strikes and siege-like conditions. Separately, the Sudan Doctors Network reported that the RSF detained 20 doctors in el-Fasher since October, calling for their whereabouts to be disclosed and highlighting the widespread targeting of healthcare workers since the conflict began.

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DW News
center95d ago

Sudan's RSF accused of crimes against humanity in el-Fasher

Amnesty International accused Sudan's Rapid Support Forces (RSF) of crimes against humanity, including ethnic cleansing and deliberate attacks on children, during the siege and capture of el-Fasher, in a report released on July 1, 2026. The findings echo a February UN mission's conclusion that the 2025 assault bore 'hallmarks of genocide,' underscoring the systematic violence against the Zaghawa people and the urgent need for a ceasefire and international protection.

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Sudan's RSF committed crimes against humanity in el-Fasher, Amnesty says
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BBC Africa
center95d ago

Sudan's RSF committed crimes against humanity in el-Fasher, Amnesty says

Amnesty International reported that Sudan's Rapid Support Forces (RSF) committed crimes against humanity and ethnic cleansing during their campaign to seize el-Fasher last year, detailing widespread murder, rape, and persecution. The report, based on survivor accounts and open-source evidence, adds to mounting evidence of atrocities in the city, which the UN previously stated bore the "hallmarks of genocide."

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Can Sudan’s Rapid Support Forces take control of el-Obeid?
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Al Jazeera
center95d ago

Can Sudan’s Rapid Support Forces take control of el-Obeid?

The Rapid Support Forces (RSF) have intensified attacks on el-Obeid, a strategic city in western Sudan held by the Sudanese army, seeking to seize it. Capture would strengthen RSF control over western Sudan, while aid groups warn of mass atrocities and a humanitarian catastrophe as civilians are trapped.

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Five humanitarian workers killed in convoy ambush in South Sudan
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Al Jazeera
center96d ago

Five humanitarian workers killed in convoy ambush in South Sudan

Five humanitarian workers were killed and four injured when their marked convoy was ambushed on Monday in Duk County, Jonglei State, South Sudan. The UN condemned the attack, calling for a prompt investigation and highlighting that 29 humanitarian workers have been killed since January amid a significant rise in conflict-related violence in the country.

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Sudan says China has waived $50m loan: What’s in it for Khartoum, Beijing?
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Al Jazeera
center97d ago

Sudan says China has waived $50m loan: What’s in it for Khartoum, Beijing?

Sudan's military-led government announced that China has waived $50 million in interest-free loans, with the agreement signed in Port Sudan. This debt relief arrives as Sudan faces severe economic contraction and international isolation due to the ongoing war, while China continues investment and offers rebuilding assistance.

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Digging with a needle : Generals stall peace as Sudan el - Obeid burns | Drone Strikes News
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aljazeera.com
center98d ago

Digging with a needle : Generals stall peace as Sudan el - Obeid burns | Drone Strikes News

Drone strikes and an RSF siege have intensified fighting in el-Obeid, North Kordofan, a strategic city and refuge for displaced civilians. Despite international warnings and US diplomatic pressure for a ceasefire, entrenched generals on both sides, sustained by foreign arms and polarized narratives, continue to stall peace efforts.

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‘Digging with a needle’: Generals stall peace as Sudan’s el-Obeid burns
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Al Jazeera
center98d ago

‘Digging with a needle’: Generals stall peace as Sudan’s el-Obeid burns

Drone attacks and an RSF siege have intensified in el-Obeid, North Kordofan, a strategic city linking Khartoum to Darfur, prompting international warnings of potential mass atrocities. Despite renewed US diplomatic pressure for a ceasefire, entrenched generals on both sides, fueled by foreign arms and deeply polarized narratives, continue to stall peace efforts and prolong civilian suffering.

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Aid groups urge swift action to avert ‘atrocities’ in Sudan’s el-Obeid
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Al Jazeera
center100d ago

Aid groups urge swift action to avert ‘atrocities’ in Sudan’s el-Obeid

Thirty-eight aid groups warned on Friday that the city of el-Obeid is at risk of an imminent ground offensive by the RSF and its allies, urging swift international action to prevent potential atrocities. The NGOs called on the UN Human Rights Council to convene an urgent debate and send a fact-finding mission to advance accountability for violations committed during the ongoing conflict.

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DW News
center100d ago

Sudan: Fears of atrocities as RSF surrounds key city

The Rapid Support Forces (RSF) are massing troops around the strategic city of el-Obeid in North Kordofan, prompting UN and Western warnings of an imminent risk of mass atrocities. The city, a key logistical hub for the Sudanese Armed Forces (SAF) since February 2025, faces a potential ground offensive that could mirror the 2024 siege of el-Fasher.

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