Fierce fighting continues in Sudan's capital Khartoum despite an hours-long pause to help those caught up in the violence. The clashes that started on Saturday between the armed forces and the paramilitary rapid support forces has killed nearly 100 civilians nationwide, including three U-N workers. Here' a breakdown of the current situation in Sudan-the two military factions, the rivalry that has come to fore, the timeline of what has transpired so far and also assessing what truly is at stake.

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At least 56 civilians have died as a result of the violent combat in Sudan between the regular army and the paramilitary. According to the nation's medical professionals, more than 600 people have sustained injuries.

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In Sudan, the clashes between the army and the main paramilitary Rapid Support Forces (RSF) have escalated and left dozens of people dead, including civilians during an apparent struggle for control.

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Amid a power struggle, the clashes between the military led by army general Abdel Fattah al-Burhan and the Rapid Support Forces (RSF) paramilitary resulted in the killing of at least 56 civilians, while injuring 595 others.

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Sudan's army clashes with paramilitary forces killing at least 56 civilians and injuring 600

Sudan's main paramilitary group and the regular armed forces exchanged gunfire in Khartoum and elsewhere in the country in an apparent struggle for control. Sudan's former prime minister Abdalla Hamdok urges warring sides to end the fighting & appeals for international help.

Fighting rocks Sudan's capital Khartoum

Explosions and gunfire were heard in Sudan's capital Khartoum as the Army entered the camps of the Paramilitary forces with heavy weapons. The Paramilitary claims that the Army had surrounded one of its spaces and opened fire.

Heavy gunfire and blasts rock Sudan's capital Khartoum as army clashes with paramilitary forces

Explosions and gunfire were heard around the Sudanese capital of Khartoum, on Saturday (April 15) as clashes were reported between the military led by army general Abdel Fattah al-Burhan and the Rapid Support Forces (RSF) paramilitary, shared several media reports and eyewitness accounts.

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Hundreds of pro-democracy activists took to the streets of Khartoum on 6th of April. Marching against the army and the paramilitaries, they braved tear gas and water cannon. The day marks a key anniversary in the decades-old struggle against military rule. The head of the Sudanese army pledged his commitment to a plan for a new transition towards elections. A major bone of contention has been the integration of a paramilitary force, which has now twice delayed the signing of a final deal. Mohammed Saleh explores.

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At least half a million people remain in displacement camps in Darfur, two decades after a bloody conflict broke out between the Arab-dominated Sudanese government and rebel groups. For many among the displaced, there is no home to return to. Some have had their villages burnt to the ground, others say their homes are now occupied by Arab tribes. Doctors who have lived with the communities in west Darfur, piecing together the broken clinics and hospitals in an area known as Krenik, and instilling hope in millions. Here's their story

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Three months after Sudan’s military leaders and the country’s main pro-democracy group struck a deal set to organise a gradual transfer of power to civilians, they have reached a timeline. The finalised political settlement will be inked on April 11. However, major political players, from former rebel leaders to grassroots pro-democracy networks, remain opposed to the deal despite internationally brokered efforts to draw them in.

Agreement to form transitional government

For the first time in almost a decade, the Sudanese court has sentenced three men to hand amputation for stealing. All three men in their 20s were convicted of stealing gas cylinders in Omdurman, Guardian reported.

Sudanese court sentences three men to hand amputation for stealing gas cylinders

Sudan's military junta has approved a new Russian naval base at the Red Sea. The development comes days after Russian foreign minister Sergei Lavrov paid a visit to the insurgency-ravaged African nation. Priyanka Sharma explains.

Gravitas: Russia to set up a naval base in Sudan

Sudan's ruling military has concluded a review of an agreement with Russia to build a navy base on the Red Sea. They said the deal was awaiting the formation of a civilian government and a legislative body to be ratified before it takes effect.

Sudan military concludes review of Russian Red Sea base deal

Sudan's ruling military on Saturday completed the final review of the agreement it signed with Russia, authorising the latter to establish a navy base on the Red Sea coast of the African nation.

Russia clears final 'military' hurdle to set up a naval base on Red Sea

West Asia is known to be a volatile region. The volatility is not limited to politics and economics, rights of one gender are taking a slow death. From Mahasa Amini in Iran, Tiba al-Al in Iraq, to Alaa Salah in Sudan - women of West Asia are speaking up. And with them, people are pouring out on the streets, unifying against far-right governments. The road might be long, but it's a hopeful one!

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Israel and Sudan have finalised a deal to normalise relations. They held a signing ceremony following a transfer of power from the military to a civilian government in Khartoum. Watch further to know more.

Sudan, Israel agree to normalise relations amid tension

The 86-year-old pope's trip to South Sudan and the Democratic Republic of the Congo (DRC) from January 31 to February 5 visits nations where the majority of the population is Catholic and where the Church plays a significant role in advancing democracy and the health and educational systems.

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Late last year, a clip filmed during a public event in South Sudan showing a stain spreading on the President Salvakia's pants went viral. The journalists who were covering the event were detained and accused of embarrassing the head of state and the country.

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Two days of fierce winds and heavy rain have left thousands in California without power. Six journalists in South Sudan have been detained by the country's national security forces over a viral video of President Salva Kirr wetting himself.

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Sudan witnessed another chapter in its political turmoil when hundreds of protesters took to the streets in the capital Khartoum demanding the ouster of Sudan's military rulers who came to power through a coup.

Sudan: Protesters demand ouster of military rulers

At least 11 people have been killed in ongoing clashes between Arab and non-Arab groups in Sudan's Darfur. The clashes began on Wednesday between Arab herders and the Daju minority and other non-Arab groups, AFP reported.

11 killed, 20 injured as clashes erupt between Arab and non-Arab groups in Sudan's Darfur

Members of the Rastafarian community proudly wear dreadlocks. The number of Rastafarians in Sudan is however unknown. The whiff of freedom after the fall of Omar Al Bashir enabled many Rastas to thrive. However, it did not last as a post-Bashir transition to civilian rule was upended last year when army chief Abdel Fattah Al-Burhan led a military coup. The community doesn’t want to go back to largely living underground. They have vowed to fight on.

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