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US expresses ‘deep concern’ about fighting in Sudan as almost 100 civilians killed

The US has voiced “deep concern” over fighting in Sudan which has killed at least 97 civilians and injured hundreds more.

Evening Standard · Apr 17, 2023

Sudan rival forces battle in capital as UN sees little prospect for mediation now

Sudan's battling factions both claimed to have made gains on Monday as violence cut power and water in the capital, and the U.N. envoy to Sudan said the two sides showed no signs of being willing to negotiate.

Reuters · Apr 17, 2023

Sudan Ruling Council Declares Rival Faction ‘Rebels’, Battles Unrelenting

Sudan's army chief branded the Rapid Support Forces (RSF) battling the army as a rebel group on Monday, in a deadly power struggle that has derailed a shift to civilian rule, led to UN calls to stop fighting and raised fears of a wider conflict. The rupture between the army…

Asharq Al-Awsat · Apr 17, 2023

What sparked the violent struggle to control Sudan's future?

The prospects for an immediate cease-fire appear to be slim in Sudan, where a battle is raging for a third day for control of the country by its two ruling generals

The Independent UK · Apr 17, 2023

Factbox-What are the deals on Ukraine, Russia grain exports?

The extension of a deal allowing the safe Black Sea export of Ukrainian grain and fertilizers beyond May 18 hangs in the balance after Russia issued a list of demands linked to a related agreement on its own such exports.

Reuters · Apr 17, 2023

Russia's UN council presidency is most contentious in memory

The Russian presidency of the U.N. Security Council has been the most contentious in the memory of longtime U.N. diplomats

The Independent UK · Apr 17, 2023

Fighting rages in Sudan as death toll tops 180

Explosions rocked the Sudanese capital Khartoum Monday as fighting between the army and paramilitary forces led by rival generals raged for a third day with the death toll topping more than 180.

France 24 · Apr 17, 2023

Rebel gunmen attack Indonesian troops searching for New Zealand pilot Phillip Mehrtens, leaving dozens missing

At least six Indonesian soldiers were allegedly killed by rebel forces while searching for Phillip Mehrtens, held hostage since February.

ABC News · Apr 16, 2023

Three United Nations among around 60 killed in Sudan as crisis unfolds

The Sudanese Red Crescent says hospitals are overwhelmed by the growing number of casualties and Pope Francis said he was following “with worry” the events unfolding in the country

Daily Mirror · Apr 16, 2023

Steps towards a better future

What will Thailand's future look like? Next year, the UN hosts its Summit of the Future, a chance to examine global progress in an age of technological, climatic and geopolitical upheaval.

Bangkok Post · Apr 16, 2023