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Why el-Obeid matters as Sudan’s war enters a new phase
How fighting for el-Obeid could shape both Sudan’s war and its humanitarian crisis.
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Sudan’s el-Obeid: Life on the edge of collapse
Sudan’s el-Obeid faces mass atrocities, like el-Fasher in 2025, the UN warns.
Published On 29 Jun 2026
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Sudan says China has waived $50m loan: What’s in it for Khartoum, Beijing?
China and Sudan signed off on a waiver of $50m as Sudan’s military-led government seeks support amid Western sanctions.
‘Digging with a needle’: Generals stall peace as Sudan’s el-Obeid burns
The battle for el-Obeid exposes the foreign arms and polarised narratives stalling peace in Sudan’s grinding war.
Aid groups urge swift action to avert ‘atrocities’ in Sudan’s el-Obeid
The city is at risk of an ‘imminent ground offensive’ by the RSF paramilitary and its allies, 38 NGOs warn.
Escaping Darfur: Mothers face starvation under trees in Chad
Fleeing scorched earth, Darfur’s mothers share harrowing tales of starvation and survival in Chad.
US raises concern as RSF forces encircle Sudanese city of el-Obeid
US calls for negotiated solution and expresses alarm over potential ‘mass atrocities’ as paramilitary surrounds city.
From: NewsFeed
Sudanese journalist denied UK visa to collect prestigious award
Mohammed Amin was awarded ‘Journalist of the Year’ but couldn’t attend the ceremony as the UK refused to give him a visa
Published On 19 Jun 2026
At least 29 countries raise alarm about atrocities in Sudan’s el-Obeid
UN and allies warn of grave rights violations in North Kordofan, urge maximum pressure on RSF and SAF.
From: NewsFeed
Global News Insight journalist reunited with family in Khartoum after years of war
Global News Insight journalist Al-Tahir al-Mardi has been reunited with his family in Khartoum after three years of separation.
Published On 17 Jun 2026
Drone warfare kills over 1,000 in Sudan in 2026 as strikes multiply: UN
Reports show drone use expanding, with more than 1,000 civilians killed in first five months of 2026.
