Heglig oilfield

The Heglig oilfield is Sudan's largest and a crucial processing facility for South Sudan's oil exports. Recently, the paramilitary Rapid Support Forces (RSF) seized control of Heglig, marking a significant loss for the Sudanese government and a potential geopolitical shift. This takeover is newsworthy because it impacts Sudan's energy resources and could affect neighboring South Sudan's economy. Following the RSF's seizure and a deadly drone attack on Sudan's largest energy facility, South Sudan's military has moved into the Heglig oilfield under an agreement with Sudan, aiming to secure the facility. The events highlight the ongoing conflict in Sudan and its regional implications, particularly regarding oil resources and economic stability.