Sudan Faces Unprecedented Displacement Crisis as War Rages On, IOM says

According to the latest figures released by the International Organization for Migration (IOM), more than 10 million people have been displaced within war-torn Sudan. Since the conflict erupted in April 2023 between the Sudanese army and the paramilitary Rapid Support Forces, 7.26 million people have fled their homes, adding to the 2.83 million already displaced by previous conflicts.

The United Nations has repeatedly warned that Sudan is facing the world's worst displacement crisis. The ongoing war shows no signs of abating, and the threat of famine looms over the nation. Over a quarter of Sudan's 48 million people have now been forced to flee their homes, with more than two million crossing international borders.

Why This Matters: Around 3.7 million people – over a third of all the displaced – have escaped from the devastated capital, Khartoum. In just over a year, the war has claimed tens of thousands of lives, with the overall death toll remaining unclear. Some estimates suggest the number of fatalities could be as high as 150,000, according to the United States Special Envoy for Sudan, Tom Perriello.

The humanitarian situation in Sudan continues to deteriorate as the conflict drags on. With the destruction of infrastructure, scarcity of resources, and ongoing violence, millions of Sudanese face dire conditions. International aid organizations are struggling to provide assistance amidst the chaos, with food, water, and medical supplies becoming increasingly scarce.

Key Takeaways:

• Over 10 million people displaced in Sudan due to ongoing war.
• 7.26 million newly displaced since conflict began in April 2023.
• UN warns of world's worst displacement crisis with no end in sight.
• Over a quarter of Sudan's population forced to flee, with millions crossing borders.
• Humanitarian aid scarce amid ongoing violence and infrastructure destruction.