The devastating war in Sudan

The Devastating War in
Sudan: A Nation in Crisis

Introduction

Sudan, one of the largest countries in Africa, has been embroiled in a devastating war since April 15, 2023. The conflict, which began during Ramadan, is a power struggle between the Sudanese Armed Forces (SAF) under Abdel Fattah al-Burhan and the paramilitary Rapid Support Forces (RSF) under Hemedti, rival factions of the military government of Sudan.

The Conflict

The fighting has been concentrated around the capital city of Khartoum and the Darfur region. The cities of Khartoum and Omdurman were divided between the two warring factions, with al-Burhan relocating his government to Port Sudan as RSF forces captured most of Khartoum’s government buildings. The war began with attacks by the RSF on government sites as airstrikes, artillery, and gunfire were reported across Sudan.

The Humanitarian Crisis

The war has resulted in a significant humanitarian crisis. As of January 2024, at least 13,000–15,000 people had been killed and 33,000 others were injured. Over 5.8 million were internally displaced and more than 1.5 million others had fled the country as refugees. Many civilians in Darfur have been reported dead as part of the 2023 Masalit massacres.

The International Response

Attempts by international powers to negotiate a ceasefire culminated in the Treaty of Jeddah, which did not stop the fighting and was abandoned as ineffective. Over the next few months a stalemate eventuated, during which the two sides were then joined by rebel groups who had previously fought against Sudan’s government.

Conclusion

The situation in Sudan remains critical, with the potential for further escalation. The international community is closely monitoring the situation, and efforts are ongoing to find a peaceful resolution to the conflict. The devastating war in Sudan serves as a stark reminder of the human cost of political power struggles and the urgent need for peace and stability in the region.

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