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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.

This reporting flow is updated continuously from verified sources, ensuring high-fidelity intelligence regarding the ongoing operations, diplomatic efforts, and humanitarian situations on the ground.

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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 INTELLIGENCE201 verified articles
Sexual violence increasingly used as 'weapon of war' in Sudan, UN says
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BBC Africa
center103d ago

Sexual violence increasingly used as 'weapon of war' in Sudan, UN says

A UN report states sexual violence is increasingly used as a 'weapon of war' in Sudan, verifying 546 incidents affecting at least 838 victims. The UK and six European powers called for an immediate halt to violence in el-Obeid, warning of an imminent RSF offensive that could lead to mass atrocities.

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UK prioritised ties with UAE over averting mass atrocities in Sudan, MPs to be told
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The Guardian Africa
left103d ago

UK prioritised ties with UAE over averting mass atrocities in Sudan, MPs to be told

The British government withheld intelligence that Ethiopia and the UAE supported the RSF in Sudan's civil war since May 2024, fearing upsetting the UAE, a parliamentary committee will hear on Tuesday. The testimony will allege the UK prioritized bilateral ties over preventing mass atrocities, including the RSF killing at least 60,000 civilians in El Fasher.

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South Sudan sets December date for long-delayed first-ever election
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BBC Africa
center103d ago

South Sudan sets December date for long-delayed first-ever election

South Sudan's electoral commission set December 22 as the date for the country's first-ever election since independence in 2011, despite unresolved legal amendments and funding gaps. The vote faces significant obstacles including political tensions and warnings from opposition groups that could delay the poll further.

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South Sudan sets December date for long-delayed first-ever election
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BBC Africa
center103d ago

South Sudan sets December date for long-delayed first-ever election

South Sudanese authorities announced December 22 as the date for the country's first-ever general election, which has been repeatedly postponed since independence in 2011. Electoral chief Abednego Akok Kacuol acknowledged funding gaps and unresolved legal amendments continue to hamper preparations, while opposition groups like the SPLM-IO warned that holding elections remains dangerous amid ongoing conflict.

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US raises concern as RSF forces encircle Sudanese city of el-Obeid
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Al Jazeera
center104d ago

US raises concern as RSF forces encircle Sudanese city of el-Obeid

The United States expressed concern on Monday that Rapid Support Forces (RSF) were encircling el-Obeid in Sudan, warning of imminent mass atrocities and urging a negotiated solution. The State Department stated that the RSF must cease actions endangering civilians, as the UN reported 500,000 civilians in el-Obeid are at risk if the city is assaulted.

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At least 29 countries raise alarm about atrocities in Sudan’s el-Obeid
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Al Jazeera
center108d ago

At least 29 countries raise alarm about atrocities in Sudan’s el-Obeid

At least 29 countries, including Britain, Canada, and France, warned the UN Human Rights Council of imminent RSF assault risks and grave atrocities in el-Obeid, Sudan, citing drone strikes killing 50 civilians and widespread ethnically targeted violence. UN High Commissioner Volker Turk echoed these concerns, warning of potential international law violations and urging states with influence to intervene to prevent a repeat of documented atrocities.

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South Sudan’s Jonglei: Who burned homes and silenced hospitals?
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Al Jazeera
center111d ago

South Sudan’s Jonglei: Who burned homes and silenced hospitals?

South Sudanese military forces are accused by residents and a CIR analysis of widespread destruction, including the burning of homes, markets, and a hospital in Jonglei State during a counteroffensive in early February. The destruction, which has displaced tens of thousands and exacerbated food insecurity, occurred as government troops advanced eastward, though officials have previously stated military operations are defensive and do not target civilians.

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Drone warfare kills over 1,000 in Sudan in 2026 as strikes multiply: UN
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Al Jazeera
center111d ago

Drone warfare kills over 1,000 in Sudan in 2026 as strikes multiply: UN

Over 1,000 civilians in Sudan have been killed by drone strikes in the first five months of 2026, according to the UN High Commissioner for Human Rights. This marks a sharp increase in drone warfare use in the ongoing civil war, which has also seen rampant sexual violence and has resulted in the world's largest displacement crisis.

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El - Geneina struggle : Life amid Sudan war and humanitarian challenges | Sudan war News
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aljazeera.com
center111d ago

El - Geneina struggle : Life amid Sudan war and humanitarian challenges | Sudan war News

A Sudanese woman named Zainab, displaced from Omdurman, is sheltering in El-Geneina with her daughters after a June 26, 2024, Sudanese Armed Forces (SAF) attack allegedly killed three of her children. El-Geneina, controlled by the RSF, faces severe humanitarian challenges with soaring costs for food and water, while residents like Zainab struggle to afford basic necessities and medical treatment.

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El-Geneina’s struggle: Life amid Sudan war and humanitarian challenges
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Al Jazeera
center111d ago

El-Geneina’s struggle: Life amid Sudan war and humanitarian challenges

A woman named Zainab, displaced from Omdurman, described her family's suffering in El-Geneina after an alleged SAF attack killed three of her children and injured two others. El-Geneina, controlled by the RSF, faces severe humanitarian challenges with displaced families struggling for food, water, and medical care amid ongoing conflict.

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DW News
center113d ago

Mercenaries and high-profile defectors abound in Sudan war

High-profile Rapid Support Forces (RSF) commanders, including Al-Nour Al-Qubba and Ali Rizq Allah, have defected to the Sudanese Armed Forces (SAF) this year, amid ongoing fighting in Darfur and other regions. These defections, occurring while the UAE allegedly continues to supply the RSF with advanced weaponry, raise concerns about accountability for war crimes and potential internal rifts within the RSF.

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DW News
center113d ago

Sudan war: UAE denies supporting RSF and Colombian recruits

Sudanese Armed Forces (SAF) leader Abdel Fattah al-Burhan welcomed former Rapid Support Forces (RSF) commanders Al-Nour Al-Qubba and Ali Rizq Allah into SAF ranks, following documented RSF war crimes during the siege of El Fasher. These defections, potentially indicating cracks within the RSF, occur amidst ongoing accusations that the UAE provides significant military support to the RSF, which the UAE denies.

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Belfast : Thousands denounce violence at anti - racism rally
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dw.com
center113d ago

Belfast : Thousands denounce violence at anti - racism rally

Thousands gathered in Belfast on Saturday for an anti-racism rally to denounce violence that erupted earlier in the week following a viral video of a knife attack. Demonstrators condemned right-wing and racist violence, holding placards and hearing speeches from local officials, while similar protests occurred in Glasgow.

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Drone strikes on central Sudanese city kill up to 23: NGO
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Al Jazeera
center115d ago

Drone strikes on central Sudanese city kill up to 23: NGO

Drone strikes on el-Obeid, North Kordofan, killed up to 23 people overnight, according to Emergency Lawyers, who blamed the RSF, though the group has not claimed responsibility. The attacks, which hit residential areas and a food truck, highlight the increasing use of drone warfare in the ongoing conflict between the Sudanese Armed Forces and the RSF.

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Deadly Sudan drone strike targets funeral procession
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BBC Africa
center115d ago

Deadly Sudan drone strike targets funeral procession

A drone strike on a funeral procession in el-Obeid, Sudan, killed at least four people and injured several others, with the Sudan Doctors Network and Emergency Lawyers blaming the Rapid Support Forces (RSF). The attack, part of a series of strikes that have killed at least 23 people since Wednesday evening, occurred in a key battleground city currently held by the army.

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Elon Musk X not facing action from united kingdom government over posts inciting violence in Belfast | Belfast
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theguardian.com
left116d ago

Elon Musk X not facing action from united kingdom government over posts inciting violence in Belfast | Belfast

The United Kingdom government will not take immediate action against Elon Musk's X platform for posts inciting violence in Belfast, with formal regulatory action by Ofcom not expected for at least two months. This inaction comes amid escalating tensions and violence targeting ethnic minorities, fueled by social media agitation, while ministers plan future amendments to the Online Safety Act.

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Protesters torch cars , buildings in Belfast after knife attack
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aljazeera.com
center116d ago

Protesters torch cars , buildings in Belfast after knife attack

Anti-immigrant protesters in Belfast torched vehicles and buildings on Tuesday following the arrest of a Sudanese man for a knife attack that seriously injured one person. Northern Ireland's First Minister Michelle O’Neill condemned the violence as "disgusting cowardice," while police declared the unrest a critical incident and appealed for calm as the suspect faces attempted murder charges.

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Conflict Trend : Civil wars , international fights hit high
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dw.com
center117d ago

Conflict Trend : Civil wars , international fights hit high

A new report from the Peace Research Institute Oslo (PRIO) found that 65 state-involved conflicts were recorded globally in 2025, a high not seen since 1946, with 2025 also marking the third deadliest year for conflict since the Cold War. The report, based on Uppsala Conflict Data Program figures, highlights a doubling of interstate conflicts to eight and a significant increase in civilian-targeted deaths, driven by ongoing wars in Ukraine, Sudan, and Gaza.

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Rights group says drone strike kills 11 in central Sudan market
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Al Jazeera
center120d ago

Rights group says drone strike kills 11 in central Sudan market

A drone strike on Saturday killed at least 11 people and wounded dozens more in the market of Abu Zaeima, a town in North Kordofan state controlled by the Rapid Support Forces (RSF). The local rights group Emergency Lawyers reported the attack, which follows similar drone strikes in nearby villages, and condemned the repeated targeting of civilians amid the ongoing conflict between the Sudanese Armed Forces and the RSF.

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Peace fails if it is not defended. The UN’s peacekeepers cannot do this alone | Jean-Pierre Lacroix
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The Guardian Africa
left124d ago

Peace fails if it is not defended. The UN’s peacekeepers cannot do this alone | Jean-Pierre Lacroix

In 2024, the UN peacekeeping mission Minusca established a base in Am-Dafock, Central African Republic, to protect displaced communities affected by the war in Sudan. Minusca peacekeepers facilitated a local peace agreement between CAR and Sudanese communities, leading to the return of over 11,000 displaced families.

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