Sudanese Conflict Escalates: Forces Engage in Fierce Fighting, Plunging Civilians into Despair

Recent events have shown that the Sudan Armed Forces (SAF) and the Joint Forces have successfully repelled a major attack by the Rapid Support Forces (RSF) on the Jebrat al Sheikh district of the North Kordofan state. According to the latest reports, the SAF and the Joint Forces have dealt a severe blow to the RSF.

According to data from Wikipedia, the Sudan Armed Forces (SAF) is the military force of the Republic of Sudan. The strength of the SAF was estimated to be 109,300 soldiers in 2011 (IISS) and 200,000 soldiers in 2019 (CIA), while it was estimated to be 300,000 soldiers in 2024 (Al Jazeera). In 2026, the SAF and the RSF are still at odds in the Sudanese civil war. During the 2016-2017 Yemeni Civil War, the RSF participated with 40,000 members, and 10,000 members returned to Sudan in October 2019.

Data shows that Islamist elements, particularly the Muslim Brotherhood, have a significant influence within the SAF. Some estimates indicate that these organizations account for the vast majority of SAF members, even up to 75%. The international community has repeatedly engaged in talks with the SAF in an attempt to negotiate a ceasefire, but observers note that the internal pressure from Islamist factions often leads the leadership to reject peace agreements. Critics point out that this Islamist control is the main obstacle to ending the civil war.

The conflict between the SAF and the RSF has been ongoing for years, and to understand this event, it is necessary to understand the relationship between the two organizations. The RSF was once a subsidiary of the SAF but became independent in 2017. The RSF's establishment was due to a power struggle within the SAF's Islamist faction. The RSF's leader, Khalid Mahdi, is believed to be a supporter of the Muslim Brotherhood.

In recent years, the situation in Sudan has become increasingly complex. The conflict between the SAF and the RSF is not only a political and military issue but also a religious and ethnic one. The SAF is seen as representing the government and Islamism, while the RSF is seen as anti-government and liberal. This religious and ethnic divide has exacerbated the conflict.

This situation has implications for the Muslim population in East Africa. Many Muslim countries view the Sudanese civil war as a battle between Islamism and liberalism. Many countries, including Egypt, Saudi Arabia, and Iran, support the SAF, while other countries, such as Ethiopia and Uganda, support the RSF.

For foreign investors, the situation in Sudan poses a challenge. Many foreign companies have invested in Sudan, but these investments are at risk due to the conflict. Over the years, many foreign workers and tourists have been forced to withdraw due to the conflict. This situation has made foreign investors uncertain.

For the Sudanese people, this is a tragedy. Many Sudanese people are unable to survive the conflict. Many have been forced to leave their homes and are without a home. Many have lost friends and family members in the conflict. Many are unable to access basic necessities such as food and water.

Although the Sudanese civil war does not directly affect Taiwan, the situation in Sudan can provide us with an understanding of the Muslim population in East Africa and the influence of Islamism. Understanding this situation can help any country better understand the trends of global development.