Summary
Fighting between the Sudanese Armed Forces (SAF) and the Rapid Support Forces (RSF) continues in Sudan, leading to severe humanitarian issues. Many people have died due to combat and the worsening health crisis in the region. The international community is urging both sides to negotiate a peaceful solution.
Key Facts
- The civil war in Sudan is between the SAF and the RSF and is in its third year.
- Tens of thousands have died from fighting, and many more from disease and hunger.
- RSF controls much of Darfur, except for el-Fasher, where they are engaged in combat with SAF.
- SAF has made military gains in North Kordofan, securing strategic locations.
- A landslide in Central Darfur killed over 1,000 people in early September.
- Famine and food shortages affect about half of Sudan’s population, with 24.6 million in urgent need.
- Cholera and other diseases are spreading due to poor infrastructure.
- The European Union imposed sanctions on companies linked to RSF financing.
