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Al-Fashir, the capital of Sudan’s North Darfur, is drawing global attention as it faces a potential crisis. Reports suggest that the Rapid Support Forces (RSF), stationed around the city for months, are gathering troops for a possible assault. This raises concerns about a humanitarian disaster, as Al-Fashir shelters many who are fleeing conflict. Previously, Al-Fashir had stayed out of the regional conflict, forming a neutral force to protect the displaced. However, some factions joined the Sudanese army, sparking fighting nearby.
The fighting that broke out in April, added to previous violence, especially in the Darfur region, has forced over seven million people to flee their homes
South Sudan’s President Salva Kiir Mayardit has called on the Sudanese leaders to pursue the full implementation of the Juba Agreement for Peace in Sudan for the stability of their country and the region.