AEI's Critical Threats Africa File posted on 5 February 2026 an article titled "Sudan" by Michael DeAngelo and Elliot Nazar.
The current focus of fighting between the Sudan Armed Forces (SAF) and the paramilitary Rapid Support Forces (RSF) is taking place in South Kordofan State. The SAF is also accusing Ethiopia of facilitating weapons shipments to and hosting RSF bases.
