Latest news in Sudan? September 22nd, 2026
22-09-2026
Major recent developments in Sudan as of September 22, 2026:
Military Clashes and Frontline Shifts
Blue Nile State: The Sudanese Armed Forces (SAF) reported advances northeast of Kurmuk locality, taking control of several positions including Balbung, Midel, and Khor al-Hassan following clashes with the Rapid Support Forces (RSF) and allied elements of the SPLM-N.
North Kordofan: Local monitors and activists reported an RSF attack targeting a gold-mining market in Um Bader, resulting in civilian casualties. Heavy fighting and skirmishes continue across parts of Kordofan and Darfur.
Humanitarian Crisis and Displacement
IOM Report on Returnees: The International Organization for Migration reported that while over 5.1 million displaced Sudanese have attempted to return to their areas of origin, more than 8.5 million people remain displaced internally. The agency emphasized that returnee communities face severe shortages of food, shelter, clean water, and healthcare due to destroyed infrastructure.
Famine and Health: Humanitarian agencies continue to warn of catastrophic food insecurity affecting millions across the country, with widespread disruptions to supply chains and medical facilities.
Diplomatic and Political Activity
United Nations Engagement: Sudanese diplomatic representatives in New York have held discussions with UN leadership regarding humanitarian access, urging international bodies to ensure relief efforts do not grant political legitimacy to rival paramilitary groups.
Calls for Ceasefire: Sudanese civilian coalitions continue to appeal to the UN Security Council for an expanded arms embargo and an enforced humanitarian truce to facilitate aid delivery.