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Sudan Crisis: 14 Million Displaced Amid Escalating Violence

12/16/2025

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The conflict between Sudan's military and Rapid Support Forces (RSF) has displaced 14 million people and left 21 million hungry since April 2023.
The RSF's takeover of el-Fasher in North Darfur worsened conditions and triggered mass killings and sexual violence.
The European Union has launched an air bridge to deliver humanitarian aid, despite restricted access, while health infrastructure remains devastated and South Kordofan faces violence as the RSF targets locations.

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Story summary

The conflict between Sudan's military and Rapid Support Forces (RSF) has displaced 14 million people and left 21 million hungry since April 2023.
The RSF's takeover of el-Fasher in North Darfur worsened conditions and triggered mass killings and sexual violence.
The European Union has launched an air bridge to deliver humanitarian aid, despite restricted access, while health infrastructure remains devastated and South Kordofan faces violence as the RSF targets locations.