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Sudan: Journalist killed by paramilitary group in El Fasher

Al Nour Suleiman dies following drone strike Editor and presenter Al Nour Suleiman has died following a drone strike on his home by the paramilitary group Rapid Support Forces (RSF). The NUJ adds its voice to that of the International Federation...

RSF attacks shelter in Sudan, killing more than sixty people

(MENAFN) More than 60 people lost their lives in an attack on a shelter in El-Fasher, the capital of North Darfur State, according to a Sudanese relief committee, which accused the Rapid Support Forces (RSF) of targeting the site with two drones...

US, Saudi, UAE, Egypt urges for ceasefire in Sudan

(MENAFN) The United States, Saudi Arabia, the United Arab Emirates, and Egypt have jointly called for a three-month humanitarian truce in Sudan, followed by a permanent ceasefire and a nine-month transition to civilian rule. In a statement from...

Minister for Foreign Affairs Dr Vivian Balakrishnan's Oral Reply to Parliamentary Questions on the "Comprehensive Plan to End the Gaza Conflict", 15 October 2025

QUESTIONS Mr Ang Wei Neng: To ask the Minister for Foreign Affairs (a) how will Singapore support the 20-point peace plan for Gaza proposed by the United States; and (b) whether Singapore will consider playing a role in the peace plan if it is...

Sudan’s Humanitarian Situation Worsens

(MENAFN) Sudan is confronting an escalating humanitarian emergency characterized by soaring food expenses, water scarcity, and fatal disease outbreaks, the UN’s leading humanitarian representative in the nation cautioned on Friday. “The roads are...

Leader of Sudan militia gets charged of war crimes amid Darfur war

(MENAFN) A Sudanese militia commander has been convicted of war crimes and crimes against humanity for his role in atrocities committed in Darfur more than two decades ago. Ali Muhammad Ali Abd-Al-Rahman, widely known as Ali Kushayb, was a senior...

RSF Shelling Leaves Thirteen Civilians Dead in Sudan

(MENAFN) At least 13 civilians lost their lives and 19 others were wounded in heavy shelling by the paramilitary Rapid Support Forces (RSF) in North Darfur, according to local medical sources on Monday. The Sudan Doctors Network reported that...

Egypt Blames Ethiopia for Worsening Floods in Sudan

(MENAFN) Egypt has accused Ethiopia of “reckless management” of the Grand Ethiopian Renaissance Dam (GERD) on the Nile, blaming its operation for worsening floods and threatening lives in Sudan and Egypt. In a Friday statement, the Egyptian...

Water and Power: Egypt, Sudan, and Ethiopia at Odds Over Africa’s Largest Dam

In this episode of Middle East Focus, hosts Alistair Taylor and Matthew Czekaj are joined by MEI Senior Fellow Mirette F. Mabrouk to unpack the growing tensions over the recently inaugurated Grand Ethiopian Renaissance Dam (GERD) on the Nile. With...

Libya’s Eastern Parliament Pledges Unwavering Support for Sudan

(MENAFN) Libya’s eastern-based House of Representatives reaffirmed its unwavering backing for Sudan on Sunday amid ongoing regional instability, reported a Libyan news agency. During a Benghazi meeting, Libya’s eastern Minister of African Affairs,...

Sudan Opposes Foreign Interference in Internal Matters

(MENAFN) Sudan on Saturday expressed support for regional and international initiatives aimed at ending the ongoing conflict and halting attacks by the paramilitary Rapid Support Forces (RSF), while firmly opposing any foreign interference in its...

Google and Spotify alum launch Epiminds with $6.6M to build marketing teams for the AI era

Stockholm, Oct. 14, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Brilliant marketers are still buried in dashboards, spending more time on reports and clicks than on strategy and creativity. Epiminds was created to solve this problem. The company, founded by Swedish...

Medical Teams International President & CEO Advocates for Increased Mental Health Support for Children in Sudan

Portland, Oregon USA, Sept. 24, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Medical Teams International President & CEO, Eric Ha, is calling for an expanded response to the critical mental health and psychosocial support (MHPSS) needs of children in Sudan. He is...

EU Announces Extension of Sanctions on Sudan’s Instigators Until 2026

(MENAFN) The European Union announced on Monday that it has prolonged its sanctions against individuals and entities responsible for undermining Sudan’s political transition and exacerbating the country’s instability. Originally set to expire in...

South Africa condemns attacks by the Rapid Support Forces in El Fasher, North Darfur

The South African Government strongly condemns the attacks perpetrated by the Rapid Support Forces on 9 October 2025 in El Fasher, North Darfur on a hospital and displacement centre killing at least 20 people. These assaults on civilian...

Iraq Rebukes U.S. Sanctions Targeting Iraqi Entities

(MENAFN) Iraq has sharply criticized fresh U.S. Treasury sanctions targeting Iraqi entities, calling the move a damaging and unilateral step that undermines the foundation of friendly relations between Washington and Baghdad. In an official...

President Cyril Ramaphosa: Eulogy at Special Official Funeral of the late Ambassador Nkosinathi "Nathi" Mthethwa

Eulogy by President Cyril Ramaphosa at the Special Official Funeral of Ambassador of South Africa to the Republic of France, Mr Nkosinathi "Nathi" Mthethwa, KwaMbonambi, KwaZulu-Natal Programme Director; My dear Sister and comrade, Ms Philisiwe...

Iraq Lands Key Deal with U.S. ExxonMobil

(MENAFN) The Iraqi Oil Ministry finalized a Heads of Agreement on Wednesday with U.S. energy giant ExxonMobil, marking a significant step toward advancing Iraq’s energy infrastructure. A statement from the media office of Iraqi Prime Minister...

Committee reviews farm policies, follows up on ministerial outcomes, addresses food security

Updates on agricultural market developments and food security Members heard updates from representatives of UN Trade and Development (UNCTAD), the UN World Food Programme (WFP), the UN Food and Agriculture Organization (FAO) and the World Bank on...

Egypt Criticizes Ethiopia Over Nile Dam Management

(MENAFN) Egypt has strongly condemned Ethiopia for what it described as “reckless management” of the Grand Ethiopian Renaissance Dam (GERD), located on the Nile River. Egyptian authorities claim that Ethiopia’s handling of the dam has worsened...