Sudan news covering civil conflict, humanitarian crisis, political developments, and regional security implications in East Africa.
The Group of Seven nations urged rebel forces in Sudan to stop actions that may lead to atrocities in El-Obeid, where fighting between the army and Rapid Support Forces has escalated. The call follows an RSF attack on El-Fasher that forced thousands to flee.
The article argues that Sudan's civil war is sustained by illicit gold trade and shadow financial networks, not just ideology. It contends that UK sanctions on individuals and companies linked to these networks are a crucial step toward accountability, and urges international action to prevent further atrocities like those in El Fasher.
Sudan's Human Resources Minister Mutasim Ahmed Saleh stated that over three years of war have profoundly reshaped the nation's demographics, causing increased poverty, loss of income, and deterioration of services. The ministry plans to strengthen population policies linked to social protection programs.
The UK imposed sanctions on 11 people and companies accused of profiting from Sudan's illicit gold trade, targeting businesses linked to both the Sudanese Armed Forces and the Rapid Support Forces. Foreign Secretary Yvette Cooper stated the UK is particularly seeking to exert pressure on the RSF as they move on the city of Al Obeid.