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Sudan War Escalates Near El-Obeid

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Fighting around Sudan's strategic city of el-Obeid forces over 11,000 to flee, including 5,500 children, in two weeks. The UN warns of a worsening humanitarian crisis as the conflict intensifies. This displacement highlights a new phase of the war impacting civilian populations.

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Why el-Obeid matters as Sudanโ€™s war enters a new phase

- Fighting around Sudan's strategic city of el-Obeid has caused over 11,000 people, including 5,500 children, to flee in two weeks. - The UN warns up to 500,000 civilians could be at risk if violence intensifies in the city, a key logistical hub. - El-Obeid's capture by the RSF would significantly impact SAF supply routes connecting central Sudan with Darfur and southern regions.