Sudanese Armed Forces.
Armed forces of Sudan
- Reports this week
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- Active events
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- Connections
- 62
What's happening
Active this week
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The Sudanese Armed Forces are engaged in attritional fighting in central Sudan, with Khartoum serving as a key operational area.Well supported4 reports1 development inside
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The Sudanese Armed Forces conducted air strikes in Nyala.Some support5 reports
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Minnawi warns against collective blame between nations as a Sudanese Armed Forces commander orders a fact-finding committee.Some support1 report
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The civil war in Sudan involves the SAF, with El-Obeid besieged amid the power struggle between Burhan and Hemedti.Well supported13 reports4 developments inside
Earlier this month
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The UAE is intercepting arms shipments destined for the Sudanese Armed Forces (RSF), with interests tied to resource exploitation and Red Sea port access.Some support2 reports1 development inside
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Joint meetings began at the African Union headquarters in Addis Ababa to address Sudan's political crisis.Some support1 report
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Ongoing conflict between SAF and RSF/SPLM-N continues to impact service delivery in South Kordofan.Some support2 reports
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Forces expelled RSF from White Nile, and the Sudanese Army pledged to regain Kordofan.Well supported7 reports2 developments inside
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The Sudanese Armed Forces (SAF) has refused negotiations with the Rapid Support Forces (RSF).Some support1 report
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Sudan and the Sudanese Armed Forces are engaged in a devastating war over the country's future.Well supported6 reports2 developments inside
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Sudanese Armed Forces appealed for a humanitarian truce and political dialogue in Sudan.Some support4 reports
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SAF attacks reported in North Kordofan, while rival forces claim gains in Blue Nile State, amid humanitarian concerns.Well supported11 reports
One to three months ago
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SAF conducted military operations, including shooting down a drone, across White Nile and Kordofan regions.Well supported5 reports2 developments inside
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Various groups, including Al-Nour Al-Goba's forces and Rebel leadership, are involved in liberation efforts in Kordofan and Darfur, seeking integration with the SAF structure.Some support1 report
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A UN fact-finding mission has begun investigating grave human rights violations occurring in Sudan.Well supported5 reports1 development inside
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The US is pushing for tougher sanctions on Sudan while an ambassador represents the country in talks.Some support5 reports1 development inside
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The Sudanese Armed Forces (SAF) have taken control of the capital city of North Kordofan state.Some support1 report
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Officials are developing chlorine-based military weapons and reported on materials shared by an intelligence agency in Sudan.Some support1 report
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The civil war in Sudan, involving SAF and RSF, has shifted into a drone-driven contest.Well supported18 reports1 development inside
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The Sudanese Armed Forces' political dominance and control over the national economy are being challenged by rival security institutions and attempts by Omar al-Bashir to curtail its power.Some support2 reports
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The Sudanese Armed Forces held an anniversary celebration that provided a platform for making a pledge.Some support1 report
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Forces reclaimed control of the state of Khartoum.Some support2 reports
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Amnesty International reported on alleged crimes committed by RSF in North Darfur, involving clashes with SAF.Well supported28 reports1 development inside
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Drone strikes targeted RSF positions in North Darfur on August 3rd.Some support3 reports
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The Sudanese Armed Forces are operating in South Darfur, a region within Sudan.Some support2 reports
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Sudanese Armed Forces engaged in fighting in North Kordofan to regain control of the area.Well supported9 reports
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SAF controls the gum arabic trade in Kordofan, generating revenue while RSF exploits the commodity.Some support1 report
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Operations are underway across multiple fronts in Sudan, including clashes in the Blue Nile region, involving SAF.Well supported4 reports2 developments inside
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Sudan faces imposed sanctions due to allegations of chemical weapons use, accompanied by security warnings.Some support3 reports
Gone quiet
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The civil war in Sudan involves the SAF and other armed groups, amid accusations of supporting the RSF rebellion.Some support4 reports
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SAF forces allied with Popular Resistance are fighting to regain control of West Darfur and have claimed territorial gains in Blue Nile, including a town on the Chadian border.Well supported4 reports1 development inside
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SAF forces successfully liberated the town of Al-Kormuk in Blue Nile State.Well supported3 reports
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RSF is escalating clashes with SAF.Some support3 reports2 developments inside
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SAF is accused of arbitrary detention in Sudan, while Somaliland receives an award and a Liberian lawmaker accuses the Speaker of the House of Representatives.Some support3 reports
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What's reaching Sudanese Armed Forces
Events traced to Sudanese Armed Forces, step by step, newest first- Sudanese Armed Forces face diplomatic backlash over Abyei drone strikesSudanese Armed Forces face diplomatic condemnation following Abyei drone strikesLikely
- Security incidents may increase operational demands on Sudanese Armed ForcesSecurity incidents and probes may increase operational demands on the Sudanese Armed ForcesLikely
- How do accusations of war crimes affect the Sudanese Armed Forces?Accusations of starvation warfare risk sanctions and legal action for SAFReported
- How does the ongoing civil war in Sudan affect the Sudanese Armed Forces?SAF faces international pressure amid civil war and truce talksReported
Explainers that pass through Sudanese Armed Forces
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News at the entities that move Sudanese Armed Forces most-
Abdel Fattah al-Burhan StructuralFighting continues in North Darfur, Sudan, involving Abdel Fattah al-Burhan and Hemedti.Moves Sudanese Armed Forces
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Sudan StructuralIsraeli presentation sparks criticism in Sudan.Moves Sudanese Armed Forces
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SAF OperationalXCF completed a business combination with Southern and appointed John Wharton to its board of directors.Moves Sudanese Armed Forces
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El-Obeid StructuralUNICEF is active in the crisis in Sudan, which is monitored by the United Nations. The city of El-Obeid is located in Sudan.Moves Sudanese Armed Forces
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Egypt StructuralDuring his political campaign, Nigeria's President Tinubu rejected the return of subsidies from Egypt.Moves Sudanese Armed Forces
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Muslim Brotherhood StructuralAn activist has called for an intifada within French neighborhoods.Moves Sudanese Armed Forces
Connections
The 40 strongest of 62, analyzed from the reporting. The bars show how strongly a change on one side reaches the other.-
Sudan Structural
The Sudanese Armed Forces is the primary military institution defining the political and military reality of Sudan.
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Kordofan Operational
The Sudanese Armed Forces is conducting active military operations and seeking control within the Kordofan region.
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Abdel Fattah al-Burhan Structural
Abdel Fattah al-Burhan serves as the Commander-in-Chief and chief leader of the Sudanese Armed Forces.
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SAF Operational
SAF and the Sudanese Armed Forces are engaged in an ongoing, high-stakes civil conflict with the RSF.
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Sovereignty Council Structural
The Sovereignty Council holds the ultimate command authority and appoints the leadership structure of the Sudanese Armed Forces.
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Khartoum Operational
The Sudanese Armed Forces conducts military operations, including defense and offensive actions, within and around the city of Khartoum.
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Egypt Structural
Egypt provides major material and political support to the Sudanese Armed Forces, while SAF-linked entities also direct business toward Egypt.
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Delling Transactional
SAF successfully lifted the siege on Delling in May.
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El-Obeid Structural
The Sudanese Armed Forces utilizes El-Obeid as a headquarters and logistical base during the ongoing civil war.
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West Kordofan Operational
The Sudanese Armed Forces is actively operating and advancing into the West Kordofan region.
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Omar al-Bashir Operational
Omar al-Bashir attempted to curtail the political dominance and institutional scope of the Sudanese Armed Forces.
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António Guterres Operational
António Guterres, as UN Secretary-General, addresses and monitors the conflict involving the Sudanese Armed Forces.
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United Arab Emirates Operational
UAE is intercepting arms shipments intended for the Sudanese Armed Forces.
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Muslim Brotherhood Structural
The Muslim Brotherhood exerts influence on the internal ranks and decision-making processes of the Sudanese Armed Forces.
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Abyei Operational
The Sudanese Armed Forces are reported to conduct drone attacks within the Abyei region.
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North Kordofan Shared context
The Sudanese Armed Forces conducts military operations and seeks control within the geographical region of North Kordofan.
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Yasser al-Atta Structural
Yasser al-Atta serves as the Chief of Staff of the Sudanese Armed Forces.
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West Darfur Shared context
The Sudanese Armed Forces operates within the geographical region of West Darfur.
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Hemedti Operational
The Sudanese Armed Forces and Hemedti are engaged in active military conflict and a political power struggle.
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Chad Operational
SAF conducts military strikes and captures towns inside Chad's territory, causing border tension.
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Khartoum International Airport Structural
The Sudanese Armed Forces actively defends the Khartoum International Airport area against drone attacks.
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Al Burhan Structural
Al Burhan serves as the head of the Sudanese Armed Forces.
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Ethiopia Operational
Ethiopia and the Sudanese Armed Forces are engaged in an antagonistic relationship marked by mutual accusations of aggression and denial of support for regional conflicts.
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chlorine Operational
The Sudanese Armed Forces is developing and utilizing chlorine-based compounds for military purposes.
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New York Times Mentioned together
The New York Times has reported on the Sudanese Armed Forces' use of chemical weapons.
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White Nile Operational
The Sudanese Armed Forces are actively engaged in military operations within the area of White Nile.
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Pakistan Operational
The Sudanese Armed Forces is actively seeking alternative weapons suppliers within Pakistan.
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Beijing Transactional
The relationship is characterized by ongoing negotiations between the Sudanese Armed Forces and entities associated with Beijing regarding specific deals.
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United Nations Mentioned together
The United Nations monitors and tracks the conflicts and actions involving the Sudanese Armed Forces.
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National Intelligence and Security Service Operational
The relationship is inferred to be competitive, as A is described as a rival security institution challenging B's power.
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Popular Resistance Operational
Popular Resistance and the Sudanese Armed Forces are currently allied.
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Sudan Founding Alliance Operational
The Sudan Founding Alliance is an aligned coalition actively opposing the claims of the Sudanese Armed Forces.
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Omdurman Operational
The Sudanese Armed Forces is actively claiming or contesting control over the strategic Omdurman–El Obeid Export Road.
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Armed Conflict Location & Event Data Project Mentioned together
ACLED tracks and reports on the strategic activities and breakthroughs of the Sudanese Armed Forces.
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Port Sudan Operational
Port Sudan authorities are actively rejecting accusations made by the Sudanese Armed Forces.
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United Nations Security Council Mentioned together
The UN Security Council discusses conflicts involving the Sudanese Armed Forces.
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South Darfur Shared context
The Sudanese Armed Forces are operating within the South Darfur region.
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Nyala Shared context
The Sudanese Armed Forces conducted military operations within the location of Nyala.
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Blue Nile Operational
The Sudanese Armed Forces are involved in conflict that affects the Blue Nile region.
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Ministry of Minerals Structural
The Ministry of Minerals is functionally controlled by the government aligned with the Sudanese Armed Forces.
History
Events by the month they beganOctober 2026
4 events- The Sudanese Armed Forces conducted air strikes in Nyala.
- Minnawi warns against collective blame between nations as a Sudanese Armed Forces commander orders a fact-finding committee.
- Joint meetings began at the African Union headquarters in Addis Ababa to address Sudan's political crisis.
- The Sudanese Armed Forces (SAF) has refused negotiations with the Rapid Support Forces (RSF).
September 2026
6 events- Sudan and the Sudanese Armed Forces are engaged in a devastating war over the country's future.
- Sudanese Armed Forces appealed for a humanitarian truce and political dialogue in Sudan.
- Various groups, including Al-Nour Al-Goba's forces and Rebel leadership, are involved in liberation efforts in Kordofan and Darfur, seeking integration with the SAF structure.
- The US is pushing for tougher sanctions on Sudan while an ambassador represents the country in talks.
- The Sudanese Armed Forces (SAF) have taken control of the capital city of North Kordofan state.
- Officials are developing chlorine-based military weapons and reported on materials shared by an intelligence agency in Sudan.
August 2026
5 events- The Sudanese Armed Forces are engaged in attritional fighting in central Sudan, with Khartoum serving as a key operational area.
- SAF attacks reported in North Kordofan, while rival forces claim gains in Blue Nile State, amid humanitarian concerns.
- The Sudanese Armed Forces' political dominance and control over the national economy are being challenged by rival security institutions and attempts by Omar al-Bashir to curtail its power.
- The Sudanese Armed Forces held an anniversary celebration that provided a platform for making a pledge.
- Drone strikes targeted RSF positions in North Darfur on August 3rd.
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July 2026
11 events- The civil war in Sudan involves the SAF, with El-Obeid besieged amid the power struggle between Burhan and Hemedti.
- SAF conducted military operations, including shooting down a drone, across White Nile and Kordofan regions.
- The civil war in Sudan, involving SAF and RSF, has shifted into a drone-driven contest.
- Forces reclaimed control of the state of Khartoum.
- Amnesty International reported on alleged crimes committed by RSF in North Darfur, involving clashes with SAF.
- The Sudanese Armed Forces are operating in South Darfur, a region within Sudan.
- Sudanese Armed Forces engaged in fighting in North Kordofan to regain control of the area.
- SAF controls the gum arabic trade in Kordofan, generating revenue while RSF exploits the commodity.
- Sudan faces imposed sanctions due to allegations of chemical weapons use, accompanied by security warnings.
- The civil war in Sudan involves the SAF and other armed groups, amid accusations of supporting the RSF rebellion.
- SAF forces successfully liberated the town of Al-Kormuk in Blue Nile State.
June 2026
8 events- The UAE is intercepting arms shipments destined for the Sudanese Armed Forces (RSF), with interests tied to resource exploitation and Red Sea port access.
- Ongoing conflict between SAF and RSF/SPLM-N continues to impact service delivery in South Kordofan.
- Forces expelled RSF from White Nile, and the Sudanese Army pledged to regain Kordofan.
- A UN fact-finding mission has begun investigating grave human rights violations occurring in Sudan.
- Operations are underway across multiple fronts in Sudan, including clashes in the Blue Nile region, involving SAF.
- SAF forces allied with Popular Resistance are fighting to regain control of West Darfur and have claimed territorial gains in Blue Nile, including a town on the Chadian border.
- RSF is escalating clashes with SAF.
- SAF is accused of arbitrary detention in Sudan, while Somaliland receives an award and a Liberian lawmaker accuses the Speaker of the House of Representatives.