AGP Executive Report

Sudan Peace Talks: The US and a wide coalition of partners backed a Sudanese-led, civilian political dialogue in weeks, saying there can be no military solution and warning of worsening humanitarian conditions as attacks on civilians continue. Humanitarian Aid: The US approved more than $240m in State Department humanitarian funding for Catholic Relief Services, including support for Sudan amid ongoing crises and Ebola response work. Conflict and Civilians: A new global conflict report says 2025 saw the highest number of state-linked conflicts since WWII, with Sudan highlighted for driving a sharp rise in civilian deaths tied to fighting. Ebola Response: WHO criticised travel restrictions imposed on Uganda after an Ebola outbreak, urging countries to rely on public-health measures instead of bans that can harm transparency and economies. Regional Diplomacy: UAE welcomed a Sudan joint statement calling for a comprehensive civilian-led political process and support for inclusive dialogue and humanitarian truce efforts. Displacement in Darfur: South Darfur saw over 13,000 people displaced in a week amid clashes between Beni Halba and Salamat tribes.

Sudan Peace Talks: Western powers and regional blocs backed a civilian-led roadmap for Sudan, saying there can be no military solution and urging a transition steered by civilians under an AU-backed quintet. Humanitarian Access: The ICRC said a new Port Sudan–Khartoum flight will speed up staff deployment and services, calling on all sides to allow safe, unimpeded aid. Kordofan Drone Strike: A drone attack on a central Sudan market in North Kordofan killed 11 civilians and wounded dozens, with reports of more strikes in the region. Darfur Displacement: More than 13,000 people fled renewed tribal clashes in South Darfur between the Beni Halba and Salamat, according to IOM figures. Security and Governance: Sudan introduced measures to regulate traditional mining and curb gold and drug smuggling, targeting harmful chemicals and unregulated operations. Regional Diplomacy: Egypt and Eritrea vowed to deepen ties and coordinate on Horn of Africa and Red Sea security, including discussion of Sudan.

Sudan Peace Talks: A new Sudan roadmap was unveiled in Nairobi, proposing a three-track plan with a renewable internationally monitored ceasefire and a political transition focused on state reform, while seeking to exclude key Islamist leaders and keep the warring parties at the table for talks. Humanitarian Access: The ICRC launched its first Port Sudan–Khartoum RED aircraft flight since the war began, aiming to speed up specialized support as displacement tops 11 million and services collapse. Security & Civilian Harm: Drone strikes hit central Sudan, with reports of at least 11 killed and dozens injured after an attack on a North Kordofan market. Mining Crackdown: Sudan introduced measures to regulate traditional mining, remove mills and basins from residential and military areas, and curb gold and drug smuggling tied to unregulated extraction. Regional Context: Egypt’s PM toured major Alexandria industrial projects, including a new Lipton production line, as Cairo pushes local manufacturing and investment.

North Kordofan Drone Attacks: At least 11 civilians were killed and dozens injured after a drone hit Abu Zaima market in Hamrat El Sheikh, with earlier strikes in the same area raising the weekend toll to 15. Eid Relief Across Sudan: Qatar Red Crescent’s Eid al-Adha Sacrifice Campaign reached 247,344 beneficiaries in Qatar and 13 countries, including Sudan, delivering meat to displaced and vulnerable families. Ebola Watch in India: Two suspected Ebola patients linked to Hyderabad’s Gandhi Hospital tested negative, but authorities will keep strict monitoring. Sudan’s Neglected Crisis Ranking: The Norwegian Refugee Council says Sudan tops the world’s most ignored displacement crises for 2025, with DRC also returning to the top ten. Humanitarian Funding Push: The U.S. announced $240m for Catholic Relief Services to speed aid to crisis-hit countries, including Sudan. Sudan Peace Talks Stance: Ta’sis alliance rejects any Sudan settlement outside established international frameworks and calls for a three-month humanitarian truce via the Jeddah platform.

Drone Attack in North Kordofan: A drone strike hit the Abu Zuaima market in Hamrat al Sheij, central Sudan, killing at least 11 people and injuring dozens, according to a local rights group; the attack followed other strikes in the area and comes as aerial attacks keep deepening the humanitarian toll. Army Welcomes RSF Defectors: Sudan’s army says it has received RSF defectors as “strategic victory,” but the move risks new tensions inside the armed forces as some families refuse to reconcile. Eid Relief Reaches Sudan: Qatar Red Crescent Society’s Eid al-Adha Sacrifice Campaign says it delivered aid to 247,344 beneficiaries across 14 countries, including Sudan, with meat distribution carried out via local partners. Hunger Warning: The UN World Food Programme warns that conflict-linked shocks and high prices are pushing millions toward acute food insecurity, listing Sudan among worsening hotspots. Neglected Crisis Watch: A Norwegian Refugee Council report ranks Sudan as the world’s most ignored displacement crisis, with funding now meeting only a quarter of needs. Ebola Scare Eases in India: Two suspected Ebola cases involving Sudanese nationals at Hyderabad’s Gandhi Hospital tested negative, easing immediate fears.

Drone Strike in North Kordofan: A drone attack hit the main market in Abu Zaeima, a paramilitary-controlled town in North Kordofan, killing at least 11 civilians and injuring dozens, according to a local rights group; the strike followed similar attacks in the region within 24 hours, with no party claiming responsibility. Army Welcomes RSF Defectors: Sudan’s army says it has received RSF defectors as “strategic victory,” but some families and fighters fear new divisions inside the army ranks. Sudan Peace Talks Breakthrough: Rival Sudanese political and civil forces agreed on a shared vision to end the war and move toward democratic civilian rule, handing the draft to the international “quintet” mechanism (AU, Arab League, EU, UN, IGAD). Ebola Screening in India: Two Sudanese nationals under observation at Hyderabad’s Gandhi Hospital tested negative for Ebola; one more case remains under testing while isolation protocols continue. Humanitarian Pressure: The UN’s WFP warned that the Iran war is pushing millions more toward hunger, naming Sudan among major hunger hotspots.

Sudan Peace Talks: Sudanese political and civil forces from rival camps say they’ve reached a breakthrough on a shared vision to end the war and set up a transition to democratic civilian rule, handing the draft to the AU, Arab League, EU, UN and IGAD for follow-up. UN Security: Six Bangladeshi UN peacekeepers killed in a 13 Dec 2025 drone strike in Kadugli, Sudan, received the Dag Hammarskjöld Medal in New York on International Day of UN Peacekeepers. Ebola Watch (Sudan-linked travel): In India, a Sudanese traveller isolated at Hyderabad’s Gandhi Hospital tested negative for Ebola; a second suspected case remains under observation while samples are processed. Humanitarian Pressure: The UN World Food Programme warns the Iran war could push millions more into acute hunger, citing spillovers from high fuel and food prices that hit already fragile economies. Regional Diplomacy: Egypt and Germany held talks in Cairo focused on African affairs and Sudan, stressing security and development as linked paths to stability. Accountability Debate: A Sudan-focused rights piece argues Sudan’s war crimes record demands international accountability, highlighting alleged systematic attacks on civilians.

Sudan Peace and Diplomacy: Egypt’s foreign minister Badr Abdelatty held calls with Qatar and Saudi Arabia, stressing Egypt’s support for Sudan’s unity and territorial integrity and backing a humanitarian truce as a first step toward a sustainable ceasefire. Darfur and Civilian Safety: A fresh drone strike hit Kubum in South Darfur, killing at least nine civilians and raising fears of worsening tribal tensions. Humanitarian Crisis in Sudan: Fighting in South Kordofan’s Rubkona area and renewed clashes around Kauda have left communities in dire conditions, with reports of destroyed villages and families displaced without food, healthcare, or clean water. Accountability Push: A Sudan-focused call for international accountability argues the Sudanese army’s conduct amounts to war crimes and demands action by global courts. Health Watch (Ebola): India’s Hyderabad health authorities kept two Sudanese travellers under observation for Ebola after fever symptoms, with tests reported negative for one case and continued monitoring for others. Food Security: The African Development Bank and WFP launched an $87m project to boost agrifood resilience in Sudan, aiming to protect farmers’ production and cut losses as hunger worsens.

Ethiopia’s Election Watch: Abiy Ahmed heads into a vote expected to deliver a huge win, but analysts warn the next phase could mean tighter central control and fresh regional pressure. Sudan’s Humanitarian Crisis: The Norwegian Refugee Council ranks Sudan and DR Congo as the world’s most neglected displacement crises, citing massive need and shrinking support. War’s Medical Fallout: At the Chad-Sudan border, MSF says drone strikes near Tina have driven repeated mass casualties, with 116 wounded treated in one month. Health System Collapse: Civilians in Sudan increasingly rely on smuggled “Boko” medicines as pharmaceutical supply chains break down, raising risks of ineffective or dangerous treatment. Regional Diplomacy: Egypt and Japan held talks on Iran, Gaza, and Sudan, with Cairo pushing for de-escalation and a comprehensive ceasefire. Information Pressure: A report says Russia is using Arab media networks to spread propaganda, including training and partnerships. Libya Migration Tensions: Hundreds protested outside UNHCR in Tripoli, demanding closure of offices and rejecting alleged resettlement plans.

Sudan’s neglected crisis: The Norwegian Refugee Council says Sudan tops the world’s most neglected displacement crises, with over 9 million internally displaced and millions more facing hunger as funding and attention fall short. War crimes and sexual violence: New accounts from western Sudan describe women abducted, tortured and forced to pay ransoms for release, with the UN calling sexual violence a defining feature of the war. Diplomacy in Addis Ababa: Sudanese political forces met in Ethiopia under the “Quintet” to push a new path to end the fighting, but analysts warn the talks may repeat the same exclusion and lack of trust. Regional displacement pressure: UN-linked reporting highlights how Sudan’s crisis is spilling into neighboring countries, deepening humanitarian strain. Libya migration backlash: Hundreds protested in Tripoli against UNHCR over fears of resettling undocumented migrants, with Sudanese refugees among those caught in the wider migration debate.

Neglected Crises: The Norwegian Refugee Council says Sudan and DR Congo top the world’s most neglected displacement emergencies, with Sudan alone facing over 9 million internally displaced people and nearly 19.5 million people suffering hunger, warning the crisis is worsening “almost unnoticed.” Aid Pressure: The NRC also says millions are being abandoned as international response gaps widen, citing shrinking funding as needs surge. Khartoum Unrest: Sudan saw fresh bread-price protests after flour costs jumped sharply; demonstrators were dispersed with tear gas and arrests followed, including the Communist Party leader being taken by security forces. RSF Power Move: RSF commander Mohamed Dagalo ordered creation of a “new national army” that would merge RSF forces with allied rebel groups, deepening the country’s split as rival administrations consolidate control. War Crimes & Abuse: The UN says sexual violence is a defining feature of Sudan’s war, with reports of sexual slavery and ransoms, and it points to RSF as the main perpetrator in several states. Political Talks Split: Ahead of Sudanese-Sudanese dialogue in Addis Ababa, factions inside the Democratic Bloc are divided, with some groups boycotting over process and concerns about legitimising a parallel RSF-linked government.

Sudan War Politics: RSF commander Mohamed Dagalo has ordered a security and defence council to build a “new national army” combining RSF, SPLA and other armed groups, deepening the country’s split as SAF and RSF each run rival areas. Addis Ababa Dialogue: Sudan’s Democratic Bloc is fracturing ahead of talks in Ethiopia, with SLM-Abdelwahid joining while multiple groups boycott, accusing the “quintet” of steering the agenda and legitimising an RSF-linked track. Sexual Violence in War: The UN says sexual violence is a defining feature of Sudan’s conflict, with women subjected to rape and sexual slavery and forced ransoms, and highlights RSF-linked abuses in Khartoum, Darfur and Gezira. Humanitarian and Rights: UNFPA describes parts of Khartoum as a “ghost town” yet notes people are returning; it also warns healthcare access is badly disrupted, including emergency care for rape cases. Media Support: The Sudanese Journalists Syndicate says it has backed more than 1,000 media workers since the war began, with extra focus on women and health needs. Ebola Push: CEPI funding is backing three investigational Bundibugyo Ebola vaccines as the outbreak spreads in DR Congo and Uganda.

Diplomatic Push for Sudan Dialogue: The UN’s Quintet is convening Sudanese civilian stakeholders in Addis Ababa and UN envoy Pekka Haavisto is set to travel to Sudan later this week to continue consultations on an inter-Sudanese dialogue. War Crimes and Survivors’ Testimony: New reporting highlights sexual violence in Sudan’s war, including women abducted and forced to pay ransoms for release, underscoring the urgent need for accountability. Displacement in Blue Nile: IOM says more than 10,000 people were displaced in Sudan’s Blue Nile in just three weeks in May as attacks intensified, with tens of thousands now sheltering in informal sites and schools. International Pressure on Partners: Human rights advocates are urging the NBA to end its UAE partnership, alleging Abu Dhabi’s support for Sudan’s RSF has helped shield it from scrutiny. Regional Engagement: Turkish President Erdoğan met Sudan’s Burhan in Ankara, reaffirming support for ending the conflict and expanding trade, energy, agriculture, and defense ties.

Sudan War Updates: The IOM says more than 10,000 people were displaced in Sudan’s Blue Nile in just three weeks in May, pushing the state total to about 59,742 as fighting intensifies and people flee areas previously controlled by the RSF. Darfur & Kordofan Violence: New drone attacks have struck across Darfur and Kordofan, with reports of deaths and injuries, while tribal clashes continue to flare amid accusations between warring parties. Information War: A new report highlights how SAF and RSF wage a “virtual war” across broadcast and social media, shaping narratives and making it harder for the public to find the truth. Humanitarian & Rights Pressure: Human rights groups warn that attacks on health and broader rights violations in conflict zones persist despite UN protections, underscoring the lack of accountability. Regional Diplomacy: Turkish President Erdoğan met Sudan’s Burhan in Ankara, pledging support for peace efforts and stronger ties in trade, agriculture, energy and defense. Labour Cooperation: Sudan’s labour minister met counterparts at the ILO conference in Geneva to discuss cooperation on labour issues.

Sudan War & Rights: Amnesty reports RSF and allied militias used gang rape, sexual slavery and abductions to terrorise communities and force displacement, while Sudan’s medical and legal support systems have largely collapsed. Kordofan Displacement: IOM says 2,245 people were displaced from South Kordofan towns including Kadugli and Dilling over three days as security worsened, with more than 132,000 displaced since Oct 2025. Child Health in Conflict: International Children’s Day coverage highlights how missed routine vaccines during Sudan’s war are leaving children vulnerable to preventable diseases, with families in places like Kosti describing the loss of medical records and disrupted care. Food Aid Leadership: UN WFP Acting Executive Director Carl Skau took over as humanitarian needs surge and funding gaps deepen, including across conflict-affected countries such as Sudan. Ebola Preparedness (Regional): Health agencies are racing to fast-track Bundibugyo Ebola options in the DRC, underscoring how fragile health systems across the region struggle to respond fast enough.

Kordofan Drone Toll: Two drone attacks in Sudan’s Kordofan killed at least 67 people, including children and women, as displaced families were reportedly hit while seeking safety. Ebola Vaccine Push: Global health funders are fast-tracking three investigational Bundibugyo Ebola vaccines for the DRC outbreak, with major work still ahead before trials can begin. Sudan’s Media Scrutiny: Sky News Arabia’s joint venture is ending, with full control shifting to UAE-based IMI amid renewed questions about how Sudan’s war is covered. Darfur Aftermath: Al-Fashir survivors describe the brutality of the RSF assault and siege, detailing captivity, killings, and the desperate flight to the Chad-Sudan border. Children Pay the Price: Sudanese children are missing routine vaccinations due to war and displacement, leaving preventable diseases like measles to spread. Regional Diplomacy: Egypt condemned Somaliland’s planned Jerusalem embassy, warning it breaches international law and could reshape Horn-of-Africa influence.