- ICC warns of mass atrocities in Sudan as conflict escalates between Hemedti and Al-Burhan, amid massive displacement reported by IRC.
- The civil war in Sudan involves the SAF, with El-Obeid besieged amid the power struggle between Burhan and Hemedti.
Civil War in Sudan Continues Amid Power Struggle Over Armed Forces
1 report, 1 independent
Updated Sep 19
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What happened
The civil war in Sudan has entered its fourth year. The conflict began on April 15, 2023, as a power struggle between Abdel Fattah al-Burhan and Hemedti escalated into open warfare. This dispute centered on how and whether the Rapid Support Forces should be integrated into the Sudanese Armed Forces.
From riotimesonline.com
Why it matters
The conflict involves the entire country of Sudan, including its capital, Khartoum. The ongoing civil war between the two leaders is fundamentally destabilizing the country's political and military structure.
From riotimesonline.com
Who's involved
- SudanGeopolitical state experiencing civil war and internal instability.
- Abdel Fattah al-BurhanPresident of the Sovereignty Council and leader of the Sudanese Armed Forces.
- HemedtiSudanese general involved in the power struggle driving the civil conflict.
- Sudanese Armed ForcesThe regular army of Sudan, involved in the civil conflict.
How it developed
Newest first. Tap a step to see who reported it.- The civil war in Sudan continues with Burhan leading the SAF, while the US ties visa status to a truce, and RSF receives support from Qatar.Sub-event
Burhan commands both the SAF and the RSF, leading to a civil war over integration.1 source
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The entities involved
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Sudan
country in Northeast Africa
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Abdel Fattah al-Burhan
President of the Sovereignty Council of Sudan
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Hemedti
Sudanese general
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Related events
- AU Chair Évariste Ndayishimiye mediates the ongoing civil war in Sudan while his forces operate within the country.
- Marco Rubio and Sudan's armed forces chief are seeking mediation for the ongoing conflict resolution.
- A political gathering took place in Addis Ababa involving key figures to discuss the ongoing crisis in Sudan.
- Political blocs clash over the future of Sudan, involving key figures including Abdalla Hamdok and Abdel Fattah al-Burhan.
- Kamil Idris's government seeks peace in Sudan while Abdel Fattah al-Burhan leads the Sudanese Army.