Sudan says it downed drone from Ethiopia, files complaint with UN Sudan filed a complaint against Ethiopia with the United Nations and the African Union over the alleged use of its territory by the RSF to launch drone attacks inside Sudan. Sudan
RSF drones knock out five Sudanese power stations, causing blackouts The four impacted states had a combined estimated population of about 14.1 million, according to 2024 UN data. Sudan
Egypt, Eritrea, Somalia and Sudan hold summit amid Ethiopia tensions All four countries have increasingly tense relations with Ethiopia, driven by disputes over the Nile, Red Sea access and security. Egypt
Interview Ex-PM says Sudan risks partition amid US ceasefire push Former Sudanese Prime Minister Abdalla Hamdok also called for the United States to impose sanctions that would carry “personal consequences” for the warring sides.
Analysis How Ethiopia’s new dams test Egypt’s ability to defend its Nile red lines By Eli Siegel-Bernstein
Analysis RSF turns to drones, new fronts as Sudan battlefield pressure grows By Rosaleen Carroll In Washington, DC, US, reporting on the Middle East
US says Sudanese armed forces, RSF rebels committed war crimes The State Department's announcement represents an escalation in US rhetoric over the ongoing conflict in Sudan. North Africa
Senior US official welcomes pressure on UAE over alleged Sudan arms transfers US Assistant Secretary of State for African Affairs Molly Phee addressed questions from Congress on the issue and the Biden administration’s response to the ongoing conflict in Sudan. North Africa
US sanctions Sudan paramilitary leader Hemedti's brother for human rights abuses Mohamed Hamdan Dagalo's Rapid Support Forces have been widely accused of abuses during the fighting in Sudan. North Africa
Sudan’s Burhan heads to Egypt amid ongoing conflict The Egypt-Sudan relationship is politically and economically important for both countries, and the visit is Burhan’s first since fighting began in Sudan in April. Egypt
Sudan war 100 days on: Over 3,000 deaths, millions displaced, no ceasefire The war in the East African nation has killed thousands and uprooted millions from their homes since it broke out in April. Sudan
From UAE to Sudan: US targets Middle East entities for Wagner ties The US has sanctioned entities operating in the UAE and Sudan for alleged connections to the notorious Russian mercenary group, which also has an extensive presence in the Middle East and North Africa. United Arab Emirates
Analysis How a prolonged war in Sudan could threaten global fizzy drink supply Sudan is the world's leading supplier of gum arabic, an essential ingredient in fizzy drinks that acts as an emulsifying and separating agent. By Jack Dutton In Bristol, reporting on regional business, climate change, AI, tech
Washington ignored warnings on Sudan days before descent into chaos Senate lawmakers called for a new approach after State Department officials led by Africa bureau director Molly Phee repeatedly downplayed intelligence indicating Khartoum's rival generals were heading for a violent confrontation. Sudan
Sudan: 280 killed as fighting rages in West Darfur The conflict in war-torn Geneina is ethnic in dimension and predates the current conflict between the Sudanese armed forces and the rebel Rapid Support Forces. North Africa
Egypt’s economy braces for new hit from Sudan conflict Egypt fears that a prolonged conflict in Sudan, a major market for its exports, will add to its economic hardships. Egypt
More EU humanitarian flights expected to Sudan following agreement After sending a first airplane with humanitarian aid, the European Union is now working on more air shipments. Sudan
