Sudan is currently experiencing an intensification of its civil war, with civilians increasingly caught in the deadly crossfire between the national army and the Rapid Support Forces (RSF).The conflict has escalated into a systematic war on civilians, severely impacting the population's survival.Reports confirm ongoing clashes between the army and RSF, leading to widespread displacement and starvation among civilians.Essential services such as education and healthcare have collapsed amid the violence.The humanitarian situation is critical, with many Sudanese facing dire conditions due to the breakdown of infrastructure and social services.Official responses have been limited, and the crisis remains largely overlooked internationally.This escalation... [Continue Reading]
European Union leaders pledged over €1.3 billion in humanitarian aid for Sudan and supported a United Nations call for an arms embargo during a summit held in Berlin on 15 April 2026.This initiative aims to address the ongoing civil war that has severely impacted the country since 2023.The aid package includes contributions from 16 EU member states totaling approximately €811.84 million, with the European Commission providing €360.8 million.Of this, €215.5 million is designated for people in need within Sudan, while €145.3 million will support neighbouring countries such as Chad, Uganda, Egypt, and Libya, which are hosting millions of Sudanese refugees.The... [Continue Reading]
An EU-hosted summit in Berlin on April 15, 2026, is focusing on Sudan's political future after three years of civil war, despite the absence of key armed groups and the Sudanese government.Around 50 civilian politicians and civil society leaders are attending the summit, which is hosted by Germany, the African Union, the European Union, France, the United Kingdom, and the United States, collectively known as the Quintet.The Sudanese government, supported by the Sudan Armed Forces (SAF), and the main militias have boycotted the meeting, citing a lack of invitation.Former Prime Minister Abdalla Hamdok, who leads the Somoud coalition and previously... [Continue Reading]