War in Sudan: Humanitarian, fighting, control developments, August 2025
Summary
The civil war in Sudan between the Sudanese armed forces (SAF) and the Rapid Support Forces (RSF) has caused a major humanitarian crisis. The SAF controls much of the northern and eastern parts of the country, while the RSF dominates the western and southern areas. Civilians suffer from severe malnutrition and disease, and humanitarian aid struggles to reach those in need.Key Facts
- Sudan's civil war is between SAF and RSF, continuing for over three years.
- Tens of thousands have died from the conflict, with many more affected by disease and hunger.
- SAF controls Khartoum and areas in central and eastern Sudan.
- RSF dominates most of Darfur and Kordofan, and they have laid siege to cities like el-Fasher.
- Around 260,000 civilians, including 130,000 children, are trapped in el-Fasher with limited food supply.
- A cholera outbreak in Darfur has led to thousands of infections and hundreds of deaths.
- Humanitarian aid to Darfur is rare due to road blocks and red tape; food convoys face attacks.
- RSF and SAF blame each other for a drone strike that hit a UN food convoy in North Darfur.
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