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Sudan: Finance, Higher Education and Minerals Ministers Urge African Union to Take a Constructive Position On Militia Crimes

Aug 17allafrica.com

Sudan: Finance, Higher Education and Minerals Ministers Urge African Union to Take a Constructive Position On Militia Crimes

Sudanese ministers of Finance, Higher Education, and Minerals urged the African Union to adopt a constructive stance on crimes committed by the Rapid Support Forces (RSF) militia, highlighting widespread destruction and external interference.

Sudan: TSC President Meets African Peace and Security Council Delegation

Aug 17allafrica.com

Sudan: TSC President Meets African Peace and Security Council Delegation

Sudan's Transitional Sovereignty Council President met with an African Union Peace and Security Council delegation to discuss peace, security, and stability in the country. The delegation expressed concern over the ongoing war and emphasized dialogue for a political settl…

Aug 15aljazeera.com

How a Sudanese Refugee Became a Head Teacher in a Chadian Camp

A Sudanese refugee, Sahra, became a head teacher in a Chadian camp, helping provide education for displaced families. She and other teachers from the refugee community have adjusted to Chad's curriculum and language differences.

Aliyu Zubair takes charge at Al Ahly Wad Madani ahead of CAF Confederation Cup

Aug 14premiumtimesng.com

Aliyu Zubair takes charge at Al Ahly Wad Madani ahead of CAF Confederation Cup

Aliyu Zubair, a Nigerian coach, has been unveiled as the new head coach of Al Ahly Wad Madani, a Sudanese club, ahead of the 2026/27 season. Zubair was unveiled on Friday during a ceremony in Kigali, Rwanda, where Al Ahly Wad Madani are currently conducting their preparat…

Sudan: Legal Expert Calls for Activating International Litigation Mechanisms to Hold Militia and Supporters Accountable

Aug 4allafrica.com

Sudan: Legal Expert Calls for Activating International Litigation Mechanisms to Hold Militia and Supporters Accountable

A legal expert in Sudan calls for activating international litigation mechanisms to hold the Rapid Support Forces militia and its supporters accountable for war crimes and genocide.

لاعبو المنتخب السوداني لكرة القدم لقصار القامة.

Aug 4bbc.com

Sudanese Football Team Seeks Victory in World Cup for the Short

The Sudanese football team for the short is preparing to participate in the World Cup in Morocco. The team has faced numerous challenges, including a lack of funding, infrastructure, and equipment. Despite these obstacles, the team is determined to succeed and bring pride…

Sudanese army drone strike kills 35 at Darfur court, rights group says

Aug 3france24.com

Sudanese army drone strike kills 35 at Darfur court, rights group says

The Sudanese army struck a traditional court in western Darfur with drones, killing 35 people and wounding others, a rights group said. The attack hit the court in the village of Garra al-Zawaya in North Darfur state at around 1:00 pm local time, as civilians had gathered…

Sudan: US Congress Weighs Landmark Sudan Bills to Tighten Sanctions and Accountability

Jul 31allafrica.com

Sudan: US Congress Weighs Landmark Sudan Bills to Tighten Sanctions and Accountability

The US Congress is considering two bills that could reshape Washington's policy towards Sudan by placing future action on the war under a stronger legal framework. The bills focus on peace efforts, accountability for atrocities, sanctions, and action against foreign actors.

A Boeing 727 (MSN 22438), which Reuters found to be linked to companies controlled by a U.S. veteran and part of a network identified by United Nations experts as transporting mercenaries, weapons and drones for Sudan's Rapid Support Forces, after being repainted white weeks before its flight to Chad, in Florianopolis, Brazil, October 6, 2024. Bruno Orofino/Handout via REUTERS

Jul 29al-monitor.com

Exclusive-Boeings identified in Reuters report carried weapons for Sudanese paramilitary, UN experts find

United Nations experts have found that Boeing 727s linked to a U.S. military contractor's business network transported mercenaries, weapons and drones for Sudan's Rapid Support Forces, according to a draft U.N. report due to be published in September.

Jul 28aljazeera.com

What will it take to stop the conflict in Sudan?

The conflict in Sudan has caused the world's largest humanitarian crisis, displacing over 13 million people and killing tens of thousands of civilians. The army has retaken a key highway linking Khartoum to El-Obeid, but hundreds of thousands of people trapped in the city…

Sudan: After a major setback against the army, the paramilitary chief announces a change in strategy

Jul 28rfi.fr

Sudan: After a major setback against the army, the paramilitary chief announces a change in strategy

Mohamed Hamdane Dogolo, head of Sudan's Rapid Support Forces (RSF), announced a strategic shift after a significant defeat against the army, losing control of key areas and a vital supply route.

Jul 27aljazeera.com

Sudan’s army claims control of major highway linking Khartoum and el-Obeid

The Sudanese army has regained control of a major highway linking the capital, Khartoum, with el-Obeid, a city under siege by the rival paramilitary Rapid Support Forces (RSF). The capture of Al Sadarat highway will help the Sudanese army move troops, weapons, fuel, and s…

Women in Sudan's al-Obeid face drone attacks and rape when fetching water, UN says

Jul 24japantoday.com

Women in Sudan's al-Obeid face drone attacks and rape when fetching water, UN says

Women and girls in Sudan's al-Obeid face a dire choice between the threat of drone attacks during the day and sexual violence at night when they go out to fetch water in the besieged city, U.N. Women said on Friday.

Sudan: ICC Trial Chamber Terminates Case for Sudan War Crimes Against Former JEM Commander Abdallah Banda 'Without Prejudice'

Jul 23allafrica.com

Sudan: ICC Trial Chamber Terminates Case for Sudan War Crimes Against Former JEM Commander Abdallah Banda 'Without Prejudice'

The ICC has terminated war crimes proceedings against former JEM commander Abdallah Banda, vacating his arrest warrant. The decision was made after prosecutors withdrew charges due to evidence deterioration over 15 years.

Sudan: 80 Sudanese Leave Uganda On Voluntary Return Flight

Jul 23allafrica.com

Sudan: 80 Sudanese Leave Uganda On Voluntary Return Flight

Eighty Sudanese refugees departed Uganda on a voluntary return flight to Port Sudan, sponsored by Sudan's General Intelligence Service. This marks the 11th flight under an ongoing repatriation program.

Sudan: 'U.S. Congress Should Pass New Bills On Sudan' - Human Rights Watch

Jul 23allafrica.com

Sudan: 'U.S. Congress Should Pass New Bills On Sudan' - Human Rights Watch

Human Rights Watch (HRW) is urging the U.S. Congress to strengthen two pending bills on Sudan, emphasizing the need for enhanced accountability measures to address the severe human rights crisis.

Sudan: RSF-Aligned Govt Accuses Sudan Army of 'Chemical Weapons Attack in North Kordofan'

Jul 22allafrica.com

Sudan: RSF-Aligned Govt Accuses Sudan Army of 'Chemical Weapons Attack in North Kordofan'

The Rapid Support Forces-aligned Sudan Founding Alliance (Tasees) has accused the Sudanese Armed Forces (SAF) of using internationally banned chemical weapons in an air strike on Umm Garfa, North Kordofan, killing 10 civilians and injuring 18.

CAR PM warns armed groups after attack on town near Sudan border

Jul 19africanews.com

CAR PM warns armed groups after attack on town near Sudan border

Central African Republic Prime Minister Félix Moloua visited Birao to reassure residents after a deadly attack on Am Dafock, a town near the Sudanese border, warning armed groups to join a disarmament program.

Jul 16aljazeera.com

Sudanese minister says war has ‘profoundly reshaped’ nation’s demographics

A Sudanese minister says the country's war has profoundly reshaped its demographic makeup, displacing millions and affecting poverty levels, basic services, and the labour market.

Sudan: General al-Burhan Plans Five-Year Rule After War

Jul 12rfi.fr

Sudan: General al-Burhan Plans Five-Year Rule After War

A leaked document from General Abdel Fattah al-Burhan's office reveals a plan for the military to retain power for a five-year transitional period after the war, culminating in general elections.

Jul 10skynewsarabia.com

US Report: Sudanese Army Attacks in Darfur Amount to War Crimes

A US human rights report by "The Reckoning Project" documents widespread Sudanese Army aerial and drone attacks on civilians and civilian infrastructure in Darfur, classifying them as potential war crimes and crimes against humanity.

Sudan: Significant Advance of the Army in the Blue Nile and Darfur

Jul 9rfi.fr

Sudan: Significant Advance of the Army in the Blue Nile and Darfur

The Sudanese army has made significant advances in the Blue Nile and Darfur regions, recapturing the strategic town of Kurmuk from the paramilitaries and their allies, the Forces d'Abdelaziz el Hilu.

Jul 9aljazeera.com

UN probe finds mass killings, gang rapes by Sudan’s RSF amount to genocide

A UN probe has found that Sudan's paramilitary Rapid Support Forces (RSF) committed genocide in the western city of el-Fasher, carrying out mass killings, gang rapes and deliberate starvation.

Jul 4theguardian.com

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

Aid workers describe the brutal impact of frequent drone attacks on El Obeid, a key battleground in Sudan's conflict between SAF and RSF. Attacks have killed over 20 people, including students, and prompted UN warnings of atrocities.

UN sounds alarm over human rights catastrophe in Sudan’s El-Obeid city

Jul 3app.com.pk

UN sounds alarm over human rights catastrophe in Sudan’s El-Obeid city

UN chief Volker Turk warns of escalating violence and atrocity crimes against civilians in Sudan's El-Obeid city, where drone attacks by paramilitary militias have caused a humanitarian emergency.

Jun 26skynewsarabia.com

Washington Imposes Sanctions on Entities Fueling Sudan War

The US Treasury Department has imposed sanctions on eight individuals and entities for their role in fueling the war in Sudan. The sanctions target those who have contributed to the expansion and escalation of the conflict.

Jun 20aljazeera.com

‘We tasted the horrors of war’: Stories of refugees who returned home

In 2025, nearly 15 million displaced people returned home, the largest surge of returns recorded by the UN. Refugees face challenges upon return, including violence and instability.

Jun 19middleeasteye.net

UN calls on RSF to cease imminent offensive on Sudan’s el-Obeid

The UN warns of a potential siege on el-Obeid by Sudan's Rapid Support Forces, risking large-scale atrocities. The city is the capital of North Kordofan state.

Jun 17middleeasteye.net

Sudanese victims ask ICC to investigate Emiratis over RSF atrocities in el-Fasher

Sudanese survivors have asked the ICC to investigate senior Emirati officials over alleged backing of RSF atrocities. The submission names UAE vice president Mansour bin Zayed Al Nahyan among those alleged to have ties to the RSF.

Jun 17skynewsarabia.com

Investigating the Facts in Sudan: Warring Parties Responsible for Violations

The UN Human Rights Council discusses the situation in Sudan, with a focus on human rights violations and the need for accountability. The International Commission of Inquiry on Sudan reports that both warring parties are responsible for serious violations.