Sudan

Sudan is a country in northeastern Africa currently embroiled in a devastating civil war between the Sudanese Armed Forces (SAF) and the Rapid Support Forces (RSF). This conflict, nearing its one-year mark, has caused mass displacement, with millions fleeing the country or internally displaced. Recent news highlights the escalating violence, particularly the use of drone strikes that have resulted in numerous civilian casualties. A recent drone attack on a school and health center in White Nile State killed at least 17 people, mostly schoolgirls. The conflict is exacerbated by regional rivalries, though the Iran crisis may push Gulf states to revive stalled diplomacy. The situation is further complicated by the broader global context, including the disruption of supply chains due to conflicts in the Middle East, which impacts Sudan's access to essential goods like fertilizer. Sudan is also a source country for migrants fleeing to Europe via the Mediterranean.