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Recent satellite images and reports reveal Ethiopia's involvement in Sudan's civil war, with a camp in Benishangul-Gumuz allegedly financed by the UAE. The camp trains RSF fighters, escalating regional tensions amid ongoing conflict and refugee flows. The story highlights Ethiopia's strategic role and potential destabilization.
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Since April 2023, Sudan's war between the military and RSF has caused tens of thousands of deaths and displaced over 11 million. The UN, US, and UAE are coordinating efforts for a ceasefire and humanitarian aid, amid ongoing clashes and accusations of foreign support for the RSF.
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Saudi Arabia and the UAE remain diplomatically strained since December, with Bahrain mediating efforts to bridge the gap. Egypt is also involved, seeking to contain regional conflicts over Yemen, Sudan, and Somalia. The situation highlights ongoing Gulf rivalries and regional instability as of February 15, 2026.
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The UN High Commissioner for Human Rights reports that RSF forces committed war crimes in el-Fasher, Sudan, including mass killings, sexual violence, and starvation tactics during an 18-month siege. Survivors describe horrific violence, with calls for accountability amid ongoing conflict and drone strikes.
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A ferry sank in Sudan's River Nile State on February 11, killing at least 21 people, including women and children. Survivors and bodies are still being recovered. The incident highlights ongoing safety issues in Sudan's river transport system, worsened by infrastructure collapse and conflict.
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In Sudan, ongoing conflict has caused fires and displacement in Darfur, destroying homes and killing civilians. Meanwhile, Morocco faces severe flooding after record rainfall, displacing thousands and damaging infrastructure. Both crises highlight ongoing regional instability and humanitarian needs.
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Regional tensions in the Horn of Africa have intensified as Gulf states, notably the UAE and Saudi Arabia, deepen their influence amid regional conflicts. The UAE backs Somaliland and invests heavily in ports, while Saudi Arabia builds alliances with Somalia and Egypt. These rivalries threaten regional stability and involve military, diplomatic, and economic maneuvers.
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Sudan's ongoing conflict has displaced 15 million people, with 40% food-insecure. Recent clashes have worsened conditions, especially in Darfur, where famine and disease outbreaks threaten millions. Return movements are increasing, but infrastructure damage and insecurity persist.
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Multiple drone strikes in Sudan have killed at least 28 civilians, including women and children, amid ongoing conflict between the army and RSF. Attacks targeted markets, hospitals, and religious sites, raising concerns over violations of international humanitarian law. The violence continues to escalate, deepening the humanitarian crisis.
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Youssouf highlights Palestinian suffering amid ongoing Gaza siege and conflicts across Africa at the AU summit. The event emphasizes water issues, climate change, and regional instability, with calls for humanitarian aid and peace efforts amid escalating violence and resource disputes.
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The UN reports that the Rapid Support Forces (RSF) carried out mass killings, sexual violence, abductions, and other war crimes during their offensive on El Fasher in October 2025. Over 6,000 people were killed in the first three days, with widespread violations against civilians based on ethnicity. The report calls for accountability.
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Somalia's food insecurity has worsened due to ongoing drought, conflict, and funding cuts. Over 6.5 million people are in crisis or worse, with 1.84 million children at risk of malnutrition. Humanitarian aid has been reduced, and displacement continues as the drought persists into 2026.
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As of March 2026, South Sudan faces escalating violence between government forces backed by Uganda and opposition groups loyal to Riek Machar. Joint aerial bombardments have targeted civilian areas, especially Nuer communities, causing widespread casualties and displacement. The conflict threatens the fragile 2018 peace deal, with over 280,000 displaced and severe humanitarian crises unfolding.
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The UN reports a surge in civilian deaths and war crimes in Sudan's ongoing conflict, with over 11,300 civilians killed in 2025. Human rights violations, including ethnic violence and sexual violence, have intensified amid fighting between the Sudanese Armed Forces and RSF. Recent sanctions target RSF commanders involved in atrocities.
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The Rapid Support Forces (RSF) attacked and seized the town of Misteriha in North Darfur, killing at least 28 and displacing nearly 2,700. The conflict, ongoing since April 2023, has caused thousands of deaths and widespread displacement, with recent violence intensifying tribal tensions and humanitarian crises.
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Since April 2023, Sudan's war between the army and RSF has caused tens of thousands of deaths, displaced 11 million, and worsened a severe humanitarian crisis. Both sides reject ceasefires, with widespread violence, atrocities, and drone attacks intensifying. International efforts to broker peace have stalled.
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On 4 March 2026, the UK Home Secretary Shabana Mahmood announced an unprecedented ban on student visas from Afghanistan, Cameroon, Myanmar, and Sudan, effective 26 March. The move responds to a 470% surge in asylum claims by students from these countries between 2021 and 2025, aiming to curb legal migration routes used to claim asylum. The government plans further asylum system reforms.
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Recent drone strikes in Sudan's Kordofan region have killed over 70 civilians, mainly women and children, targeting markets and civilian areas amid ongoing conflict between the Sudanese army and RSF. The attacks have caused widespread casualties and displacement.
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Since early March 2026, drone strikes in Sudan's civil war have killed over 200 civilians, including at least 28 in recent attacks on markets and schools near Chad's border and in White Nile state. The US designated the Sudanese Muslim Brotherhood as a terrorist group, citing its role in violence and Iranian support. The conflict has displaced millions and worsened humanitarian crises.
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The ongoing conflict in the Middle East, now in its third week, has disrupted shipping routes and increased costs, pushing millions into hunger. The UN warns that if the war continues through June, an additional 45 million people could face acute food insecurity, raising global hunger to record levels.
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Muslim communities worldwide observe Eid al-Fitr today, ending Ramadan with prayers and festivities. This year, celebrations are affected by ongoing conflicts, including Hezbollah's missile attack on Israel and regional instability, with many communities expressing hopes for peace amid violence. South Africa marks Eid with a somber tone, reflecting global tensions.
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Recent fighting between Sudanese forces and RSF fighters has intensified along the Sudan-Chad border, resulting in casualties on both sides, including civilians. A drone strike killed at least 16 civilians in Mabrouka, while heavy clashes in El Tina have caused dozens of injuries and displacement. Chad has closed its border amid ongoing violence.
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The UK government announced significant reductions in aid to African and other developing countries, prioritising conflict zones like Ukraine, Sudan, and Palestine. The cuts, part of a broader shift towards multilateral funding, will see aid spending drop sharply by 2029, sparking criticism from aid groups and opposition.
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A drone attack from Sudan struck the Chadian border town of Tine during a funeral, killing 17 civilians, including mourners and children. Chad's government has vowed retaliation amid ongoing Sudan conflict spillover, with border security heightened and threats of military action.
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On March 20, 2026, a drone strike hit Al Deain Teaching Hospital in East Darfur, Sudan, killing 70 people including 13 children, two nurses, and a doctor. The attack injured 146 others and severely damaged the hospital, rendering it non-functional. This marks the 213th attack on healthcare facilities since Sudan's civil war began in April 2023, with over 2,000 fatalities reported.
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A strike on Al Daein Teaching Hospital in East Darfur killed 70, including children and women, and injured 146. The attack rendered the hospital non-functional, worsening Sudan's ongoing humanitarian crisis. Both sides blame each other, with the military denying targeting the facility. The war has caused thousands of deaths and widespread displacement.
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A cross-border drone attack from Sudan killed 17 people in Chad, including mourners at a funeral. Chad's president ordered military retaliation and increased border security. The conflict in Sudan has spilled into Chad, causing casualties and displacement, with ongoing violence and humanitarian crises.
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The US embassy in Namibia emphasizes strict adherence to visa rules, warning travelers about overstays and document fraud. Meanwhile, the UK issues broad travel warnings for multiple countries, citing safety and legal concerns. Both stories highlight increased scrutiny on international travel and visa compliance as global mobility rises.
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Recent reports detail widespread sexual violence in Sudan's Darfur region, with over 3,396 cases treated by MSF since 2024. Armed groups, especially RSF, use sexual violence as a weapon of war, targeting civilians during daily activities. The crisis continues with little accountability, exacerbating humanitarian suffering.
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Libya has seen a significant easing of conflict, with recent agreements on a unified budget and joint military exercises involving forces from both the eastern Libyan National Army and the UN-recognized government. The exercises, supported by the US and Italy, mark a step toward military integration after years of division and conflict. Meanwhile, investigations reveal ongoing financial and military support networks linked to Haftar's forces, including illicit arms transfers and influence over Libya's economy. Satellite images also show new drone activity at Al Khadim airbase, indicating continued military developments.
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A report by The Sentry links Libyan businessman Ahmed Gadalla to financing Haftar's failed offensive, supporting Russian mercenaries and illicit financial activities. Gadalla's influence has expanded across eastern Libya's financial system, with ongoing efforts to procure arms for Sudan amid regional instability. Western calls for sanctions grow.
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The US has revoked green cards and detained several Iranian nationals linked to Iran's regime, including Shamim Mafi, accused of brokering arms deals, and Seyed Eissa Hashemi, son of Masoumeh Ebtekar. The crackdown targets regime affiliates living in the US, with Secretary of State Marco Rubio leading efforts citing national security risks.
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The conflict in the Middle East has effectively blocked the Strait of Hormuz, disrupting aid supply chains to Africa and increasing costs for humanitarian operations. Aid groups face delays, higher expenses, and potential shortages of medicines and food, with impacts expected to last for months.
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The UN reports a surge in violence against humanitarian workers from 2023 to 2025, with over 1,010 killed globally. Despite resolutions calling for protection, aid staff face restrictions, detention, and targeted attacks, highlighting a collapse in international safeguards during ongoing conflicts.
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Four migrants have died after being swept away by strong currents while trying to board a small boat near Equihen-Plage, France, on April 9, 2026. Alnour Mohamed Ali, 27, has been charged with endangering life for allegedly piloting the boat. Thirty-eight others were rescued, and 74 migrants reached the UK. The incident highlights ongoing dangers of Channel crossings and migrant smuggling tactics.
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Pakistan has sent fighter and support jets to Saudi Arabia's King Abdulaziz Air Base under a mutual defense pact signed in 2025. The deployment follows regional tensions, including Iranian attacks on Saudi targets and ongoing negotiations involving Iran, the US, and regional allies. The move signals Pakistan's commitment to its defense obligations and regional stability.
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Sudan has been in a fourth year of conflict, with ongoing fighting between the military and RSF. The war has caused widespread displacement, famine, and health crises, with no ceasefire in sight. International efforts to broker peace have largely failed, and the crisis is described as abandoned.
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The UN and international partners have convened a conference in Germany to address Sudan's ongoing civil war, which has displaced over 13 million people. Despite aid pledges and diplomatic efforts, the conflict persists with no immediate peace prospects, and civilian casualties from drone strikes continue to rise.
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Women in Sudan continue to suffer sexual violence amid ongoing conflict. A young inventor has developed a protective device for women, while reports detail widespread atrocities by paramilitary forces. The conflict has displaced millions and worsened humanitarian conditions, with no immediate end in sight.
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Several countries have issued a joint statement condemning Israel's appointment of a non-resident ambassador to Somaliland, viewing it as a violation of Somalia's sovereignty. Somaliland emphasizes its independence based on legal and historical grounds, rejecting Mogadishu's claims. The move heightens regional tensions and questions of sovereignty.
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On April 18, 2026, Shamim Mafi, an Iranian national and US permanent resident, has been arrested in Los Angeles for brokering the sale of Iranian drones, bombs, and ammunition to Sudan. She faces charges that carry up to 20 years in prison. The arms deals have fueled Sudan's ongoing civil war, which has caused a severe humanitarian crisis.
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A senior paramilitary officer in Sudan has defected to the army, joining forces with the military amid ongoing conflict. The defection follows disputes within the Rapid Support Forces and signals a shift in the war, which has resulted in over 59,000 deaths since April 2023. The move is welcomed by Sudan's army leadership.