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Sudan's Civil War Erupts Amid Power Struggle

11/1/2025

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Summary

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Sudan's civil war began in April 2023 after a power struggle between the Sudanese army and the Rapid Support Forces (RSF).
The two sides had been allies in ousting President Omar al-Bashir in 2019, though tensions rose after the October 2021 coup led by General Abdel Fattah al-Burhan and General Mohamed Hamdan Dagalo (Hemedti).
The coup dismantled the joint military-civilian administration, thwarting democratic aspirations.

History

Historical Context

The Sudanese Revolution began in December 2018, fueled by protests against President Omar al-Bashir's 30-year rule marked by economic hardship and human rights abuses. On April 11, 2019, al-Bashir was ousted, leading to a transitional government. However, a military coup on October 25, 2021, by General Abdel Fattah al-Burhan disrupted this transition, igniting ongoing civil conflict and humanitarian crises.

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Story summary

Sudan's civil war began in April 2023 after a power struggle between the Sudanese army and the Rapid Support Forces (RSF).
The two sides had been allies in ousting President Omar al-Bashir in 2019, though tensions rose after the October 2021 coup led by General Abdel Fattah al-Burhan and General Mohamed Hamdan Dagalo (Hemedti).
The coup dismantled the joint military-civilian administration, thwarting democratic aspirations.

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