Africa
SudanSudan Conflict Fuels Regional Proxy War with Middle Eastern Rivalries
Middle Eastern rivalries are reportedly intensifying the conflict in Sudan and the wider Horn of Africa through arms and financial support to local factions.
Background
Sudan has been embroiled in a civil conflict since April 2023, primarily between the Sudanese Armed Forces (SAF) and the Rapid Support Forces (RSF). This internal struggle has led to a severe humanitarian crisis and regional instability, drawing in various external actors with their own strategic interests.
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