The Sudanese government announced its refusal to participate in the indirect deliberations proposed by the United Nations in Geneva, stressing its commitment to the procedures and discussions that take place through the Jeddah platform.

The government explained in an official statement that the delegation of experts, led by the Humanitarian Aid Commissioner, Ms. Salwa Adam Benia, arrived in Geneva based on an invitation to participate in an indirect dialogue on the humanitarian situation.

She indicated that a clear agenda for the discussions was not presented after the arrival of the Sudanese delegation, which raised questions about the intentions and effectiveness of the proposed meetings.
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The Sudanese army reported that it inflicted heavy losses on the ranks of the Rapid Support Forces during military operations the day before yesterday, Saturday, in the capital, Khartoum, killing more than 100 of the forces’ fighters and wounding many others.

The security situation has worsened significantly in Sudan, as clashes spread from the capital to several regions such as Darfur, the states of Al-Jazira and Sennar, in addition to areas in the Kordofan region. The intensity of the conflict has also increased in recent days, with violent clashes taking place in several neighborhoods in Khartoum.

The day before yesterday, the Sudanese authorities announced the census of refugees and their registration in Khartoum, in preparation for either regularizing their situation or deporting those who engaged in fighting alongside the Rapid Support Forces.
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Diplomatic sources reported that the negotiating sessions in Geneva, which were held between representatives of the Sudanese government and the Rapid Support Forces, resulted in a preliminary agreement on opening humanitarian crossings.

The sources stated that the meetings dealt with specific items related to humanitarian aid, and how to facilitate its access to those affected in conflict areas.

Reports indicate that it was agreed to open several crossings to ensure the flow of humanitarian aid more effectively.

A leader of the Rapid Support delegation confirmed that the negotiations took place bilaterally with United Nations representatives and that no understandings were reached with the government delegation, adding that the Sudanese army did not participate in any understandings regarding the delivery of aid.
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Mohamed Hamdan Dagalo, commander of the Rapid Support Forces, called on the UN Security Council to suspend Sudan’s membership in the United Nations, given the absence of an effective government in the country since the coup it witnessed on October 25.

This request came during a speech addressed by Dagalo through his delegation participating in the Geneva talks, which dealt with the humanitarian situation and the protection of civilians in Sudan.

In his speech, Dagalo pointed out the necessity of imposing a no-fly zone over areas devoid of military operations, and demanded strict measures that criminalize depriving civilians of obtaining documents proving their identities based on factors such as race, geography, religion, or political affiliation.
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Sudan and Iran have re-exchanged ambassadors, after an eight-year break, following the agreement reached last October.

Lieutenant General Abdel Fattah al-Burhan, commander of the Sudanese army and acting government, received the credentials of the new Iranian ambassador, Hassan Shah Hosseini, in the city of Port Sudan, which charts the features of a new phase in relations between the two countries.

On the other hand, Sudan sent its ambassador to Tehran, in a move that reflects the mutual desire to overcome previous differences and build strategic alliances, especially in light of the current circumstances that Sudan is going through and the need for support in facing the challenges of internal stability and security.
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“Doctors Without Borders” has confirmed that the ongoing conflict in Sudan is deepening the humanitarian crisis, as civilians are witnessing unprecedented levels of violence and serious violations.

The organization’s report documented a wide range of hostilities that included indiscriminate killing, torture, and sexual assaults committed by the two main parties to the conflict, the Sudanese army and the Rapid Support Forces.

The organization’s Director-General, Vicki Hawkins, stated that the rampant violence has led to a “true catastrophe” for the civilian population, noting that they are exposed to repeated violations and atrocities that are difficult to imagine.

Hawkins pointed to the urgent need to stop violence and violations and called on all parties to facilitate humanitarian access.
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The ‘Sudanese Doctors’ Network revealed a harsh toll of artillery shelling carried out by the Rapid Support Forces in the city of El Fasher in North Darfur State, confirming the killing of 257 citizens during the past two months.

The network reported in a statement that the ongoing attacks also led to the destruction of a number of hospitals and medical facilities, which further complicated the humanitarian situation in the region.

The network denounced what it described as the “inhumane” behavior of the Rapid Support Forces, noting that the intense artillery shelling of the city and surrounding villages and camps for the displaced not only threatened the lives of thousands, but also led to the destruction of vital infrastructure, as the statement stated that more than 700,000 citizens depend on these health facilities.
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The spokesman for the Libyan Kufra Municipality, Abdullah Suleiman, announced his categorical rejection of the idea of establishing camps for Sudanese refugees inside Libya.

This statement came during a phone call with “Al-Masar” Channel, where Suleiman confirmed the continued flow of displaced persons and refugees from Sudan without interruption, which puts great pressure on the local infrastructure and resources.

Suleiman explained that the authorities in Kufra face major challenges in dealing with the increasing numbers of refugees, indicating that they are unable to fulfill all their obligations in this regard.

He added that the authorities are considering facilitating the movement of displaced persons to other Libyan cities to relieve pressure on Kufra and improve the services provided to them.
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Cairo and N’Djamena announced their agreement on the need to support regional initiatives to end conflicts in Sudan and enhance stability in Libya during talks held by Egyptian President Abdel Fattah El-Sisi and Chadian President Mahamat Idriss Deby in the New Alamein City.

The Egyptian President hosted his Chadian counterpart in an expanded discussion session; which touched on bilateral cooperation and security issues, including the urgent need to address humanitarian crises and stop the escalation of violence in the region.

During the meeting, El-Sisi stressed the historical relations between Egypt and Chad, noting Egypt’s commitment to supporting Chad in various development fields such as energy, infrastructure, health, education, agriculture, and security, in addition to combating terrorism.
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The head of the Sudanese Sovereignty Council, Abdel Fattah Al-Burhan, survived an assassination attempt targeting him with a “suicide” drone while participating in a graduation ceremony for students at the Military College at the Jebeit Military Institute in the Red Sea State.

Informed sources confirmed that the drone targeted Al-Burhan this morning, Wednesday, but did not cause any serious damage, and Al-Burhan was quickly evacuated to the city of Port Sudan as a precaution.

It is noteworthy that Sudanese media revealed last week another assassination attempt targeting Al-Burhan, which was thwarted by the military security services before it was carried out.
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The mayor of Kufra, Masoud Abdullah, expressed his concern about the deteriorating health situation in the city, noting that Kufra faces major challenges as a result of receiving about 1,500 Sudanese refugees daily.

Abdullah stated that the total number of displaced Sudanese families in the city has reached about ten thousand families, explaining in his interview with the “Libya Al-Ahrar” channel, which broadcasts from Turkey, that the increase in diseases among the displaced who suffer from difficult environmental and humanitarian conditions, has greatly affected the local health system.
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Authorities in Sudan’s Northern State have announced a travel ban to the border area known as the “Triangle,” which links Sudan to Libya and Egypt, in a move aimed at controlling the flow of refugees.

Local sources said the area is a major transit point for Sudanese fleeing conflicts in areas such as El Fasher, and reports indicated that anyone violating the ban would be held legally accountable.

The director of the Martyr Ismail Bilal Ismail Administrative Unit, Abdul Muiz Ahmed Amin, explained that the decision includes a ban on bus and deportation owners traveling from the Al-Khanaq area to the border triangle until further notice.
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Recent reports indicate that Sudan is facing the risk of a famine that may be the most severe in recent decades, as armed conflict continues and prevents the arrival of necessary humanitarian aid.

A report by the Integrated Food Security Phase Classification Review Committee indicated the presence of famine in Zamzam camp in North Darfur, which is a serious indication of the deterioration of the situation, as warring factions obstruct the arrival of food and aid, making the situation more complex and dangerous.

Food was distributed in Omdurman to residents and displaced persons in an attempt to alleviate the severity of the crisis that has entered its second year, and according to “Newsweek”, about five million people are approaching the brink of famine due to the deterioration of the security and humanitarian conditions.
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An artillery bombardment by the Rapid Support Forces in El Fasher, North Darfur, western Sudan, killed 23 people and injured 60 others, according to the Coordination of the Resistance Committees of El Fasher.

The coordination described the bombardment as deliberate, as it came at a time when the city is witnessing relative stability in the face of ongoing unrest in the region.

El Fasher, which is considered a major humanitarian center for refugees in Darfur, faces ongoing threats of famine as a result of the repercussions of the armed conflict that broke out in April 2023 between the army and the Rapid Support Forces.

The United Nations described the recent events as a “worrying” shift, calling for an end to the siege imposed on the city.
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The Sudanese government confirmed yesterday, Sunday, that allegations of a famine in the Zamzam camp for displaced persons in North Darfur state are false.

This confirmation came in light of reports issued by the World Hunger Observatory last Thursday, which indicated that the famine in the camp may continue until October.

For its part, Doctors Without Borders warned of the risk of running out of therapeutic food supplies for children suffering from severe malnutrition in the camp within two weeks, indicating that the situation requires urgent intervention to prevent a humanitarian disaster.
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The European Union, France and Britain have condemned the statements made by Israeli Finance Minister Bezalel Smotrich during a seminar on the future of the Gaza Strip.

The statements came in the context of the ongoing war between Israel and Hamas for ten months, where Smotrich stated that “letting the people of the Gaza Strip die of hunger” might be “morally justified” in order to release prisoners held in the Strip.

The European Union described Smotrich’s statements as “absolutely shameful,” noting that “starving civilians to death cannot be justified.”

The union stressed in its statement that it expects the Israeli government to clearly distance itself from these statements.

For its part, France expressed its “deep dismay” at the statements, which it considered “scandalous,” calling on the Israeli government to strongly condemn them.
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The International Red Cross has warned of a worsening health crisis in Sudan, where the medical infrastructure has been severely damaged by conflict, and the vast majority of hospitals and healthcare centers in the country have been closed.

According to the committee’s reports, two-thirds of the population are no longer able to access basic health services, making it more difficult to combat malnutrition and disease.

The committee’s health program officer in Sudan, Amelie Chabat, described the situation in clinics as catastrophic, with the wounded and sick suffering from severe shortages of medicine, food and water.

Chabat stressed that children, the elderly and women are the most affected, as they lack the necessary treatments for chronic diseases such as kidney and diabetes.
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The recent consultations held in Jeddah between the Sudanese government and representatives of the United States failed to reach an agreement prior to the Geneva talks scheduled for August 14.

The Sudanese Sovereignty Council announced this failure in a statement published last Friday, indicating the participation of a high-level delegation in the consultations.

The Minister of Minerals, Mohamed Bashir Abu Namu, and head of the government delegation, posted on his official Facebook page that the consultations concluded without reaching any agreement, stressing the intention to submit a recommendation to Lieutenant General Abdel Fattah Al-Burhan, Chairman of the Sovereignty Council, not to participate in the upcoming negotiations.
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On August 11, 2024, a senior Sudanese official announced the end of the consultative talks with the United States in Jeddah without reaching an agreement on the participation of a government delegation in the Geneva talks.

Mohammed Bashir Abu Namu, head of the government delegation, explained that the main disagreement was over the involvement of the army in the Geneva negotiations, which Washington insists on, while the Sudanese government insists on being the only party negotiating with the Rapid Support Forces delegation.

Abu Namu indicated in a statement on Facebook that the final decision regarding the army’s participation in the negotiations is left to the discretion of the military leadership, and reports indicated the possibility of postponing the Geneva talks scheduled for August 14.
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Since the outbreak of war in Sudan on April 15, 2023, serious environmental consequences have emerged that threaten the population and the climate.

A recent study conducted by the Moatasem Nimr Center for Environmental Culture revealed the devastating effects of war on the environment, including water, air and soil pollution as a result of fires, explosions and chemical gases leaking from weapons.

The study shows that wars contribute to the destruction of civilian and industrial infrastructure, leading to the leakage of dangerous chemicals and oils into water sources, causing serious environmental pollution.

In addition, the health system has deteriorated with the spread of unburied bodies, which further exacerbates the health situation.
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