Sudan at War

Sudan’s devastating civil war started last April, when tensions between rival factions in the Sudanese armed forces turned into open warfare. Fighting thus far has centred mostly in Khartoum and Sudan's western region of Darfur. It has already killed thousands and forced millions from their homes, leaving more Sudanese internally displaced than anyone else in the world. The conflict is engulfing more of the country, and protracted instability in Sudan could reverberate further afield, particularly in the Horn and Sahel regions. Diplomatic efforts with the warring parties have resulted in ceasefire agreements, but none has held for more than a few days. The panel will explore avenues for securing a lasting ceasefire, consider steps necessary to kickstart a meaningful political process, and identify ways to reduce the conflict’s impact in neighbouring states and the wider region.