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Political uncertainty fans unrest in Sudan’s periphery

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SUDAN

The violence first erupted in July, but flared again in October and November. Moreover, it is by no means an isolated development, but mirrors new episodes of inter-communal…

Sudan-South Sudan conflict in Abyei may remain frozen

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SUDAN/SOUTH SUDAN

The move comes amid heightened attention to the disputed border region after recent clashes in the area, and following calls by Sudan for the withdrawal of Ethiopian peacekeepers…

Sudan’s offer of mediation in Ethiopia will fall flat

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SUDAN/ETHIOPIA

Ethiopia on August 6 had rejected his mediation offer, saying a lack of trust between the two nations meant Sudan could not be a credible mediator.

Abyei conflict may trigger wider unrest in South Sudan

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SOUTH SUDAN

Government attempts to stop the clashes have been ineffective, and both sides have used Nuer forces from elsewhere in South Sudan, risking a broadening conflict.

Eastern violence focuses Chad’s attention on Sudan

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CHAD

President Idriss Deby in May dismissed the previous sultan and five other hereditary rulers over alleged incompetence. Deadly clashes in Ouaddai and the neighbouring region of…