West Africa conflict

Sudan’s Forgotten War: A Fourth Year of Crisis and Neglect

Sudan has entered its fourth year of devastating conflict, marked by widespread famine, massacres, and an escalating humanitarian crisis. The war between the military and the Rapid Support Forces has displaced 13 million people and pushed parts of the country into famine, with aid supplies now under strain. Despite international attention being diverted by other conflicts, the situation in Sudan remains critical, with no end to the fighting in sight and allegations of regional powers backing rival combatants.

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Benin Soldier Deaths Highlight West Africa’s Growing Terror Threat

Last week’s attack in northern Benin, near the Burkina Faso and Niger borders, resulted in the deaths of 54 Beninese soldiers, a figure significantly higher than initially reported. The al-Qaeda-linked group Jama’at Nusrat al-Islam wal Muslimeen (JNIM) claimed responsibility for the attack, marking the deadliest assault on Beninese forces since the start of the decade. This revised death toll underscores the escalating jihadist threat in the region, prompting the government to reaffirm its commitment to combating the insurgency. Despite the heavy losses, Benin’s government remains resolute in its fight against these groups.

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