RSF’s oilfield takeover “geopolitical push” on South Sudan

Al JazeeraCenterEN 1 min read 100% complete December 9, 2025 at 12:41 PM

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On December 9, 2025, an article reported that the Rapid Support Forces (RSF) in Sudan seized the Heglig oilfield. According to former Sudanese government advisor Ahmed Ibrahim, this action is a "geopolitical push" intended to draw South Sudan into the ongoing conflict against the Sudanese army. The Heglig oilfield is a key strategic asset, and its capture by the RSF represents a significant development in the Sudanese conflict. The article suggests the RSF's motive is to expand the conflict by involving South Sudan. The takeover raises concerns about regional stability and the potential for a wider war.

Key Entities & Roles

Key Player Opposition Context

Ahmed Ibrahim 50% Heglig oilfield ×280% Rapid Support Forces ×2100% South Sudan ×3100%

Keywords

south sudan 90% oilfield takeover 90% rapid support forces 80% geopolitical push 80% sudan 70% heglig oilfield 70% sudan war 60% conflict 50%

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Negative

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Al Jazeera

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Classification Confidence

85%

Geographic Perspective

South Sudan

This article was automatically classified using rule-based analysis. The political bias score ranges from -1 (far left) to +1 (far right).

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