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UN calls for immediate cease-fire in Sudan and path to renewed democratic transition talks

The U.N. Security Council is calling for an immediate cease-fire in Sudan to be followed by a permanent halt to hostilities and new efforts to reach a lasting democratic political settlement in the conflict-wracked country

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Ending the pandemic emergency increases burdens for people with long COVID

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Aid agencies in Sudan grapple with looting, bureaucracy to deliver relief

Aid workers in Sudan say fierce fighting, rampant looting and reams of red tape are hampering efforts to deliver vital humanitarian supplies to the millions of people who now rely on a relief effort since a conflict erupted in mid-April.

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Sudanese forces clash in Khartoum after talks break down

Sudan's warring parties fought in the capital on Friday after the collapse of talks to maintain a ceasefire and ease a humanitarian crisis.

Reuters

What’s the latest in Sudan? Suspended talks, sanctions, fighting

The conflict is creating a humanitarian crisis and continues with no signs of abating in its seventh week.

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US announces sanctions in Sudan as warring sides fail to abide by ceasefire deal

The US announces sanctions in Sudan as violence escalates, leading to the largest number of people killed in an attack around the capital since fighting broke out two months ago.

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Tasmanian woman who starved to death in her home was let down, neighbour says

The neighbour of a Tasmanian woman who starved to death in her own home says the 71-year-old was let down by those who should have stepped in to help her.

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White House imposing sanctions as Sudan's warring sides fail to abide by cease-fire deal

The White House says it's imposing sanctions against key defense companies and people who “perpetuate violence” in Sudan as the warring sides fail to abide by a cease-fire agreement in the northeastern African nation

The Independent UK

What does Minnawi’s call to arms mean for Darfur?

The governor’s call risks ingiting ethnic conflict among the tribes of Darfur, critics have said.

Al Jazeera

US imposes first sanctions over Sudan conflict

Washington targets firms linked to Sudanese military and RSF group, pledging to be on ‘side of civilians’ in conflict.

Al Jazeera

US announces sanctions over 'appalling' violence in Sudan

The White House on Thursday announced economic and visa sanctions against Sudanese leaders it holds responsible for breaking a ceasefire.

Radio France Internationale

US imposing sanctions against those perpetuating violence in Sudan

The United States on Thursday imposed sanctions on companies it accused of fueling the conflict in Sudan, stepping up pressure on the army and a rival paramilitary force to bring an end to the fighting as ceasefire talks are at risk of collapse.

Reuters

Families split apart as Sudan’s Darfur burns

Silence over fate of loved ones trapped in Darfur amid communications blackout is heavy burden for those who fled.

Al Jazeera

US imposes sanctions on companies tied to Sudan forces as fighting rages

The United States on Thursday imposed sanctions on companies it accused of fuelling the conflict in Sudan, stepping up pressure on the army and a rival paramilitary force to stop fighting raging in Khartoum and other regions.

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Congo woman saves young mothers from unpaid maternity bills

Three weeks after giving birth to twins, 16-year-old Annaelle felt like a hostage: the hospital would not let her leave until she'd paid her medical bills, but she had no money.

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Sudan: 27 reported killed in shelling of market in poor area south of Khartoum

Tanks believed to have attacked area residents say is not close to any military target

The New Daily

Police response lashed after ill woman starved to death

A coroner has criticised the response of police after a Tasmanian woman with mental health issues died from starvation in community housing.

ABC News

Woman with mental health issues starved to death in community housing after Tasmania Police welfare check

A woman's "lonely death" of starvation in the suburbs of an Australian capital city raised "several issues", including with police inaction, a Tasmanian coroner has said.

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The Independent UK

Trapped by Sudan fighting, dozens of infants, toddlers and children died in Khartoum orphanage

At least 60 infants, toddlers and older children perished over the past six weeks while trapped in horrific conditions in an orphanage in Sudan’s capital as fighting raged outside

Al Jazeera

Fighting in Sudan: A timeline of key events

Six weeks after fighting erupted between Sudan’s army and RSF, ceasefires were broken and hundreds have been killed.

The Independent UK

Zimbabwe's Mnangagwa sets election date as Aug. 23

Zimbabwe President Emmerson Mnangagwa has announced that national elections will take place on Aug. 23

The Conversation

Free secondary education in African countries is on the rise - but is it the best policy? What the evidence says

When President Salva Kiir announced the abolition of secondary school fees in South Sudan in February 2023, he was following several fellow African leaders.

Al Jazeera

How fighting in Sudan’s Darfur could worsen W Africa insecurity

Conflict poses threat to Chad and wider Sahel amid fears over arms proliferation and returning fighters, analysts say.

The Independent UK

Sudan's military says it has suspended its participation in talks with paramilitary rival

A spokesman for Sudan's military says it has suspended its participation in talks with a paramilitary force it has been battling for weeks

Al Jazeera

Sudan army suspends participation in Jeddah ceasefire talks

Move raises fears of renewed fighting between the army and the paramilitary group Rapid Support Forces.

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