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Two years of war in Sudan as the nation faces total collapse

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05.04.2025

This month marks the second anniversary of the outbreak of Sudan’s devastating civil war, a conflict that began as a power struggle between the Sudanese Armed Forces (SAF) and the Rapid Support Forces (RSF) but has since spiraled into one of the worst humanitarian crises of the 21st century. The war has left Sudan in ruins, crippling its infrastructure, collapsing its economy, and decimating its healthcare system, while millions suffer the consequences of famine, displacement, and violence. As the conflict rages on, the international community must recognize the depth of the catastrophe and take immediate action to prevent further destruction.

Sudan’s cities have been turned into battlegrounds, with Khartoum, Omdurman, and other urban centers suffering the brunt of the destruction. Essential services such as water, electricity, and telecommunications have been severely disrupted. Schools and universities, once beacons of hope for the younger generation, have been destroyed or repurposed as military outposts. Roads and bridges have been bombed or blocked, isolating entire communities from vital aid.

The banking system has collapsed, with many businesses either shutting down or relocating abroad. Inflation has skyrocketed, and the once-thriving agricultural sector is in ruins as farmers are forced to abandon their fields due to violence. Without immediate intervention, Sudan’s economic collapse will deepen, pushing the nation further into an abyss of poverty and suffering.

Sudan’s economy, already fragile before the war, is now in freefall. The destruction of key industries, including agriculture and manufacturing, has left millions unemployed. Farmers have been forced to flee their land, exacerbating food shortages and leading to skyrocketing prices for essential goods. Inflation has reached unprecedented levels, making basic........

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