INSUBCONTINENT EXCLUSIVE:
Some have drawn parallels to the situation in Libya, where two opposing governments have ruled for over a decade.This comparison, while
The war began in April 2023 when the Sudanese Armed Forces (SAF) and the Rapid Support Forces (RSF) turned against each other.These former
allies now fight for control over vast territories within Sudan
The conflict has resulted in widespread devastation and human suffering across the nation.Humanitarian organizations report that 26 million
people in Sudan face food insecurity
both internally and in neighboring countries
(Photo Internet reproduction)US Special Envoy Tom Perriello recently toured Kenya and Ethiopia to engage regional stakeholders
Chad, which shares ethnic ties with some Sudanese groups, could face spillover effects.The conflict has also drawn attention to the role of
external actors in fueling the violence
The United Arab Emirates stands accused of arming the RSF, though it denies these allegations.The Complex Dynamics of the Sudan ConflictThis
situation highlights the complex web of international interests at play in the conflict
The US has called on all countries with influence over the warring parties to push for peace.Despite the grim outlook, some analysts caution
against direct comparisons with Libya
The roots of the current crisis trace back to the 2019 overthrow of long-time dictator Omar al-Bashir.The subsequent power-sharing
arrangements between military and civilian factions proved unstable
The war represents a breakdown of this fragile post-Bashir political order.As the conflict persists, fears grow of a protracted stalemate
that could further fragment Sudan
and grievances fueling the conflict remains a daunting task
This has reignited long-standing tensions in the region and complicated efforts to find a lasting solution.Despite multiple attempts at
mediation, including talks in Jeddah, Geneva, and planned negotiations in Cairo, progress remains elusive.The absence of key parties from
these discussions has undermined their potential for success
be essential for resolving the situation effectively
The fate of millions hangs in the balance as Sudan teeters on the brink of further fragmentation.
