Churches Seized in 'Brutal Siege' as Civil War Continues in Sudan

As the nation of Sudan continues to be divided amid a civil war between two rival military factions, soldiers are seizing churches and shelling infrastructure used by civilians. Christian Solidarity Worldwide, a human rights group based in the...

European bishops urge appointment of EU Special Envoy for Religious Freedom

The bishops of the European Union concluded their Autumn Assembly, held in Brussels from 1 to 3 October 2025, with a letter addressed to the President of the European Commission, Ursula von der Leyen, advocating the reinstatement of an EU Special...

Libya: Tajirhi Festival Rich in Cultural Diversity, Tourism Potential

Tajirhi — A three-day cultural festival featuring heritage, culture and artistic activities concluded on Friday night in the town of Tajirhi, located deep in southwest Libya, marking a resuscitation and new interest in the economic potential of...

Indian missions worldwide celebrate Diwali, showcasing cultural heritage and global unity

Indian diplomatic missions across the world celebrated Diwali on Saturday, October 18, reflecting India's diverse cultural heritage and the festival's universal message of light triumphing over darkness. From Japan and Myanmar to Hungary, Fiji and...

Shabana Mahmood and Keir Starmer's gall over UK immigration crisis is unmatched

If the irony wasn’t so deadly serious anyone could have been excused for simply laughing out loud. But the sheer gall displayed by both Home Secretary Shabana Mahmood and Prime Minister Sir Keir Starmer over the catastrophic failure of border...

Sudanese Pediatricians’ Telemedicine Insights Amid Conflict

In a world increasingly shaped by conflict and crises, the importance of healthcare accessibility becomes even more apparent, especially for vulnerable populations such as children. Telemedicine has emerged as a powerful tool for bridging the...

US jury issues $20M verdict against French bank BNP Paribas over Sudanese atrocities

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Ammar: The Footballer Bridging Cultures Through Community Engagement

Brooklyn, New York Ammar is a 23-year-old footballer and youth activist who is making waves in his community. Born to Sudanese parents, he focuses on how football helps individuals forge their identities. On Fridays, he leads youth sessions at his...

Sudan Archives on New Dance Album The BPM & Her Alter Ego, Gadget Girl

The Cincinnati-born, Los Angeles-based musician Brittney Denise Parks, better known as Sudan Archives, has been on the vanguard of avant-pop, electronic music, folk, and hip-hop since dropping her debut album Athena in 2019. She uses her acrobatic...

Indian missions across globe celebrate Diwali, showcasing rich cultural heritage

Indian diplomatic missions worldwide on Saturday celebrated Diwali, the festival of lights, reflecting India's vibrant cultural heritage and conveying the universal message of unity and harmony. In Japan, students, faculty, and members of the...

US jury finds French bank BNP Paribas liable for damages for enabling Sudan atrocities

A New York jury on Friday found BNP Paribas liable for more than $20 million in damages to three Sudanese refugees, now US citizens, who argued that the French bank helped prop former strongman Omar al-Bashir's regime during its brutal campaigns,...

Sudan’s Crisis: From Khartoum to Karnoi – The ruling camp faces the risk of implosion

At the confluence of the White and Blue Nile, the Sudanese capital Khartoum once stood as one of the most significant political, economic, and cultural centers in both the Arab and African worlds. For centuries, it served as a vital cultural and...

US jury finds French bank BNP Paribas complicit in Sudan atrocities

Published On 18 Oct 202518 Oct 2025 A New York jury has found that French banking giant BNP Paribas’s work in Sudan helped to prop up the regime of former ruler Omar al-Bashir, making it liable for atrocities that took place under his rule. The...

US jury finds French bank enabled Sudanese atrocities

A New York jury has found that French bank giant BNP Paribas helped Sudan's government commit genocide by providing banking services that violated American sanctions. The eight-member jury sided with three plaintiffs originally from Sudan,...

Sudan, citizens under the hell of foreign mercenaries

An investigation published by the website In Depth Reports revealed the existence of foreign fighters of Colombian nationality fighting in the ranks of the Sudanese army. They arrived in Port Sudan through a secret network that recruits retired...

Mainstream Media Miss the Global Significance of Counterrevolution in Sudan

Support justice-driven, accurate and transparent news — make a quick donation to Truthout today! The Rapid Support Forces, a paramilitary group, has tightened its siege of the Sudanese city of El Fasher amid their civil war with the Sudanese Armed...

Oman men, women secure quarterfinal spots

Muscat: Oman’s men and women beach volleyball teams secured quarterfinals spots at the 30th Arab Men’s and 20th Arab Women’s Beach Volleyball Championships, following a series of spirited performances on the sands of the Sultan Qaboos Sports...

US jury finds BNP Paribas liable for complicity in Sudan atrocities

A photo taken on June 23, 2014 in Montpellier shows the entrance of a branch of the French bank BNP Paribas. PASCAL GUYOT / AFP A New York jury on Friday, October 17, found that French banking giant BNP Paribas's work in Sudan helped to prop up...

Suit blaming BNP Paribas for Sudan atrocities goes to US jury

A New York jury began deliberating Thursday on allegations that French banking giant BNP Paribas' business in Sudan contributed to atrocities under the regime of Omar al-Bashir. The trial, which began September 9 and will be decided by a jury of...

El Fasher Suffering in Darfur Continues Unabated in Sudan

El Fasher Suffering in Darfur Continues Unabated in Sudan Kanako Mita, Sawako Utsumi, and Lee Jay Walker Modern Tokyo Times Last year, the United Nations implored the Rapid Support Forces (RSF) and their allied Arab militias to end their...