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Sudanese Surgeon Wins $1M Prize for Bravery Amid War

11/11/2025

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Dr. Jamal Eltaeb, an orthopedic surgeon in Sudan, won the $1 million Aurora Prize for bravery in providing medical care amid the devastating civil war.
Since the conflict began in 2023, more than 150,000 people have died and millions have been displaced.
Eltaeb described dire hospital conditions with scarce supplies, while health workers continue to serve despite risks.
He urged greater global awareness and said the violence resembles genocide.

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Story summary

Dr. Jamal Eltaeb, an orthopedic surgeon in Sudan, won the $1 million Aurora Prize for bravery in providing medical care amid the devastating civil war.
Since the conflict began in 2023, more than 150,000 people have died and millions have been displaced.
Eltaeb described dire hospital conditions with scarce supplies, while health workers continue to serve despite risks.
He urged greater global awareness and said the violence resembles genocide.