RSF seizes Sudan’s largest oilfield: What to know The Heglig oil field is the largest in Sudan and a key facility for South Sudan, which relies heavily on Heglig to export its oil. Sudan
Meloni to attend GCC summit in Bahrain as Italy deepens Gulf ties The summit is expected to focus on economic integration in the Gulf, but regional issues will likely loom just as large, including post-war Gaza and the conflict in Sudan. Bahrain
US envoy holds Sudan meetings in UAE as Burhan lashes out Sudan's army chief accused US envoy Massad Boulos of spreading UAE-backed narratives about the army, called Boulos’ proposal to end the war the “worst” yet and rejected any UAE role in mediating the conflict. Sudan
Analysis US options constrained in Sudan as RSF snubs Washington, sanctions fail Washington is attempting to broker a humanitarian truce between Sudan’s warring factions, but analysts warn there’s little sign either side is ready to stop fighting. By Rosaleen Carroll In Washington, DC, US, reporting on the Middle East
Captured Egypt soldiers return from Sudan as fighting rages The Egyptian troops were captured by the paramilitary Rapid Support Forces battling the Sudanese army. Egypt
Erdogan speaks with warring sides in Sudan, calls for truce before Eid Ankara is hoping to strike a conciliation between the sides before the Eid al-Fitr holiday. Turkey
Second Sudan cease-fire goes into effect with nearly 300 killed The international community has been calling on the military and rival forces to stop the fighting as the death toll rises. Sudan
US convoy attacked as rival forces clash in Sudan Following an attack on the EU ambassador in Khartoum and a US diplomatic convoy, the United States called on the parties to the current conflict to secure the safety of diplomatic personnel. Sudan
Alarm in Washington as Sudan slips into chaos More than 180 people are dead after three days of heavy fighting between the Sudanese army and a rival paramilitary force. The Horn of Africa
Airlines suspend Sudan flights after Saudi plane hit by gunfire A number of Middle Eastern airlines have banned flights after the power struggle between the Sudanese army and a rival paramilitary group turned deadly on Saturday. Legacy: Gulf
Sudan's transition deal seen as significant, but doubts remain Protesters and some observers are skeptical the agreement will end the political crisis in the east African country, but the United States and Gulf states have praised the deal. Sudan
New wave of violence in Sudan puts coup generals in spotlight Renewed fierce clashes in the Blue Nile state have again shown the generals’ inability to ensure security and revealed the weaknesses of the peace agreement in place, causing new rifts. North Africa
One year after coup, Sudan’s political future still uncertain Under the coup generals, Sudan has plunged into a deep political and economic crisis, while attempts are underway to forge a way out that avoids even greater instability. North Africa
Sudanese coup leader’s trips to UK, US fail to win over the West Burhan tried to portray the trips to Queen Elizabeth II’s funeral and the UNGA meeting in New York as the beginning of a new chapter with the Western capitals. North Africa
Russia eyes Port Sudan as key naval hub Russia-Sudan ties have deepened since the October 2021 military takeover in Sudan and the Russia-Ukraine war. North Africa
US confirms first ambassador to Sudan in 25 years John Godfrey has experience in the region and hopes to support efforts to return Sudan to a democratic transition, yet the leeway he will ultimately have remains to be seen. North Africa
