Sudan is facing one of the worst humanitarian catastrophes of the 21st century, yet much of the world is barely paying attention.
In this episode, we examine the brutal civil war between the Sudanese Armed Forces (SAF) and the Rapid Support Forces (RSF), why many analysts argue this is no longer simply a civil war but a regional proxy conflict, and how foreign powers have helped fuel the violence.
We explore the horrific massacres in El Geneina and El-Fasher, the looming threat facing El-Obeid, and why some observers fear another mass killing could be imminent. We also discuss the alleged role of the United Arab Emirates in supporting the RSF, the involvement of regional powers including Egypt, Saudi Arabia, Iran, and Libya, and why international efforts to stop the bloodshed have repeatedly fallen short.
Most importantly, we ask why one of the world's largest humanitarian disasters has received so little global attention—and what could happen next if the violence continues unchecked.
The origins of Sudan's civil war
Who the RSF are and why they are so controversial
The massacres of El Geneina and El-Fasher
Why El-Obeid may be the next humanitarian disaster
The role of the UAE and other foreign powers
How regional politics and proxy warfare are shaping the conflict
Why the international response has been so limited
As the world focuses elsewhere, Sudan stands on the edge of an even greater tragedy. This episode seeks to understand how we got here—and why the consequences may be felt far beyond Sudan's borders.
Content Warning: This episode contains discussions of war crimes, ethnic violence, genocide, and mass civilian casualties.
Podden och tillhörande omslagsbild på den här sidan tillhör
Rob Morris. Innehållet i podden är skapat av Rob Morris och inte av,
eller tillsammans med, Poddtoppen.
