AGP Executive Report

Belfast Unrest: A Sudanese man, Hadi Alodid, 30, appeared in court charged with attempted murder after a knife attack left Stephen Ogilvie, 43, with life-changing injuries including loss of his left eye; the attack sparked a wave of anti-immigrant violence across Northern Ireland, with masked mobs torching homes, cars and a bus and forcing families to flee. Police Response: Authorities braced for a second night as riot police used water cannons in Newtownabbey and officers urged the public to avoid hotspots like Sandyknowes roundabout and Greenock’s Main Street. Calls for Calm: Ogilvie’s family and UK leaders condemned the disorder, stressing the tragedy must not be used to fuel hostility, while officials warned of threats and disinformation online. Broader Ripples: Protest activity spread beyond Belfast, including Glasgow, and UK regulators moved to remind platforms of duties under the Online Safety Act amid claims that social media helped inflame tensions. Sudan Policy Link: In Washington, lawmakers advanced bipartisan efforts to increase U.S. support for Sudan’s civil war, including possible terrorist-designation review for armed actors.

Belfast Court Case: A Sudanese man, Hadi Alodid, 30, appeared in Belfast Magistrates’ Court charged with attempted murder after a knife attack left victim Stephen Ogilvie, 44, with catastrophic injuries including the loss of his left eye. Violent Unrest: The charge triggered a night of anti-immigrant riots across Belfast and beyond, with masked mobs torching homes, cars and a bus, and forcing residents to evacuate. Political Pushback: UK Prime Minister Keir Starmer and Northern Ireland leaders condemned the violence as “shocking” and “completely unacceptable,” warning rioters will face the “full force of the law,” while Scotland’s John Swinney said racism and intimidation have no place in the country. Online Fuel Debate: Labour officials and others blamed social media for inflaming tensions, including criticism of Elon Musk’s posts. Community Response: Christian leaders urged calm, and a “hurling stick” bystander was praised as a “hero” after intervening during the attack.

Belfast Violence After Sudanese Suspect Stabbing: UK police charged a 30-year-old Sudanese asylum seeker with attempted murder after a knife attack in north Belfast left a man in his 40s with serious injuries to his eyes, face, neck and back; authorities said the case is not being treated as terrorism and urged calm as graphic video online fueled anger. Anti-Immigration Riots: Hundreds of protesters—many masked—then set a bus and vehicles on fire, blocked roads, and attacked homes across Belfast and nearby areas, prompting evacuations and early shop closures while PSNI reported “sporadic pockets of disorder.” Legal Push for Accountability on Sudan War Crimes: In parallel, a Kenya-filed complaint seeks justice for alleged RSF torture, rape and killings, naming senior and mid-level commanders and asking for universal jurisdiction action. Regional Diplomacy: Egypt, Saudi Arabia and the UAE discussed Gaza and Iran-related security risks, while also stressing Sudan’s unity and support for a political settlement.

Sudan Peace Diplomacy: The US and a coalition of Western, African and UN partners backed a Sudanese-led, civilian political dialogue within weeks, saying “there can be no military solution” and urging an inclusive process as humanitarian conditions worsen. Regional Mediation: In Cairo, Turkish intelligence chief İbrahim Kalın joined talks on advancing the second phase of the Gaza ceasefire and held side meetings that also covered developments in Somalia, Sudan and Libya. Civilian Toll & Conflict Trends: A Norwegian study says 2025 saw the highest number of state-based conflicts since WWII and a sharp rise in civilian deaths, pointing to Sudan—especially violence around El-Fasher—as a major driver. Humanitarian Funding: The US awarded over $240m to Catholic Relief Services for rapid disaster and humanitarian response, including work in Sudan. Security & Rights: UN-linked reporting highlights how drone strikes are driving civilian deaths in Sudan, with markets and populated areas hit. Sports (Sudan Impact): Comoros thrashed Sudan 30-0 on aggregate in 2028 Olympic women’s qualifiers, setting up a tougher tie with Nigeria’s Super Falcons.

Sudan Peace Talks: Western powers and regional blocs backed a civilian-led roadmap for Sudan, endorsing AU-backed quintet efforts after consultations in Addis Ababa (June 3–5) aimed at a transition free from armed domination and centered on a humanitarian truce leading to a permanent ceasefire. UAE Diplomacy: The UAE welcomed the joint statement on Sudan, reaffirming support for a comprehensive civilian political process, protection of civilians, and the five-party mechanism’s consultations to set up an inclusive Sudanese-Sudanese dialogue. Civilian Harm in Conflict: A drone strike hit a central Sudan market in North Kordofan, killing 11 civilians, with rights groups warning casualties could rise as aerial attacks intensify. Darfur Displacement: More than 13,000 people were displaced in South Darfur over a week amid renewed clashes between Beni Halba and Salamat tribes, according to IOM reporting. Humanitarian Access: The ICRC resumed a Port Sudan–Khartoum flight with a new RED aircraft link to speed specialized support and maintain presence closer to affected communities. Ebola Watch (Sudan-linked): WHO criticized Uganda’s Ebola travel restrictions as unnecessary, while diagnostic firms expanded portable testing capacity in the region.

Sudan Peace Talks: A new civilian-led peace roadmap launched in Nairobi lays out a three-track plan—humanitarian steps, a renewable internationally monitored ceasefire, and a political transition focused on state reform—while proposing to exclude SAF and RSF from the political process and bar Islamist leaders from participation and security-sector reform. Drone Strikes in North Kordofan: A rights group says a drone attack hit the main market in Abu Zaeima, killing at least 11 civilians and wounding dozens, with the strike coming amid a surge in drone warfare across Kordofan. Traditional Mining Crackdown: Sudanese authorities announced measures to regulate traditional gold mining, remove mills and basins from residential and military areas, and curb gold and drug smuggling, after reports of deaths linked to mining chemicals like cyanide and thiourea. Regional Diplomacy: The EU’s human rights envoy visited Jordan, highlighting EU-Jordan cooperation and Jordan’s role as a stability partner—an angle that matters as Sudan’s conflict continues to draw regional and international attention.

Drone Attacks on Civilians: A drone strike hit the main market in Abu Zaeima (Hamrat al Sheikh) in Sudan’s North Kordofan, killing at least 11 people and wounding dozens; a rights group warned the toll could rise and said the attack followed similar strikes on nearby villages and a civilian vehicle. Humanitarian Pressure: The same reports highlight how drone warfare is intensifying across Kordofan as Sudan’s war grinds on, with UN figures previously warning of hundreds of civilian deaths from drone attacks earlier this year. Eid Aid Reach: Qatar Red Crescent’s Eid al-Adha Sacrifice campaign delivered meat to 247,344 beneficiaries across Qatar and 13 countries including Sudan, aiming to support displaced and needy families during the holiday.

Drone Attack in North Kordofan: A drone strike hit the main market in Abu Zaeima, Hamrat al Sheikh, in Sudan’s North Kordofan, killing at least 11 people and wounding dozens, according to Emergency Lawyers; the attack followed earlier strikes in the area and comes as aerial attacks keep piling up across Kordofan. Army Welcomes RSF Defectors: Sudan’s army says it has accepted multiple RSF defectors, framing it as a strategic win, though analysts and civilians fear it could deepen divisions inside the armed forces. Eid Aid Reaches Sudan: Qatar Red Crescent Society’s Eid al-Adha “MakeTheirEid” campaign says it reached 247,344 beneficiaries across 14 countries, including Sudan, delivering sacrificial meat to displaced and vulnerable families. Ebola Scare Eases in Hyderabad: Two suspected Ebola patients linked to Sudanese travelers tested negative at Gandhi Hospital, with authorities keeping monitoring and safety protocols in place. Neglected Crisis Ranking: The Norwegian Refugee Council again lists Sudan as the world’s most ignored displacement crisis, highlighting chronic underfunding and worsening conditions for displaced people.

Drone Attack in Kordofan: A drone strike hit the main market in Abu Zaeima, North Kordofan, killing at least 11 civilians and wounding dozens, according to Emergency Lawyers, with similar attacks reported in the region in the prior day. Army Welcomes Defectors: Sudan’s army says it has welcomed RSF defectors, framing it as a strategic win, while critics warn it could deepen divisions inside the army. Ebola Scare in Hyderabad: Two Sudanese nationals tested negative for Ebola after fever screening and isolation at Gandhi Hospital, easing concerns as health authorities keep suspected cases under watch. Political Talks for Transition: Rival Sudanese political and civil forces agreed on a shared vision to end the war and move toward democratic civilian rule, handing the draft to the AU/UN/EU/Arab League/IGAD “quintet” mechanism. Humanitarian Funding: The US approved over $240 million for Catholic Relief Services, including support for Sudan amid worsening needs. UN Peacekeeping Losses: Six Bangladeshi UNISFA peacekeepers killed in a 2025 drone strike in Kadugli, Sudan, received the Dag Hammarskjöld Medal posthumously.

Sudan Peace Talks: Sudanese political and civil forces from rival camps say they’ve agreed on a shared vision for ending the war and enabling a transition to democratic civilian rule, handing the draft to the AU-Arab League-EU-UN-IGAD “quintet” after days of talks. Ebola Watch in Sudanese Diaspora: In Hyderabad, India, health officials reported a Sudanese student and a close contact were isolated at Gandhi Hospital over Ebola fears; one case tested negative and another remained under observation while samples were sent for lab testing. Food Security Pressure: The UN World Food Programme warned the Iran war is pushing millions toward acute hunger, citing rising energy and food costs and spillovers that hit already fragile economies—an issue that will worsen across conflict-affected regions including parts of Africa. Higher Education Disruption: Sudan’s Ministry of Higher Education ordered universities to return to their original licensed campuses by Aug. 1 or lose intake rights for 2026–27, targeting off-campus and temporary learning sites created during the war. International Recognition: Six Bangladeshi UN peacekeepers killed in Sudan’s Kadugli in a 2025 drone strike received the Dag Hammarskjöld Medal posthumously at UN headquarters in New York.

Sudan Diplomacy: Egypt’s FM Badr Abdelatty held calls with Qatar and Saudi counterparts on regional crises, reiterating Egypt’s support for Sudan’s unity and sovereignty and urging a humanitarian truce as a step toward a sustainable ceasefire. Ebola Watch (Sudan-linked): India’s Telangana health authorities put Gandhi Hospital in Hyderabad on alert after a Sudanese traveller developed fever; samples were sent for testing, and officials say isolation capacity is ready while contacts are monitored. Darfur Security: A fresh drone strike hit Kubum in South Darfur, killing at least nine civilians and raising fears of worsening tribal tensions. Border Attacks (Chad-Sudan): MSF says drone attacks near the Chad-Sudan border town of Tina have surged since May, with 116 wounded treated in five weeks. Humanitarian Strain: Fighting in South Kordofan has displaced thousands, with reports of destroyed villages and severe shortages of food, water, and healthcare. Accountability Push: A Sudan-focused op-ed argues Sudan’s army leadership should face international war-crimes scrutiny for attacks on civilians. Food Support: Farmers donated 100 tonnes of wheat toward Sudan’s food crisis.

Sudan Accountability: A Nepal probe committee investigating former minister Sudan Gurung has submitted its 45-page report to Prime Minister Balendra Shah, after months of scrutiny over alleged links to a money-laundering suspect and questions about asset disclosures. Neglected Crises: The Norwegian Refugee Council ranks Sudan and DR Congo as the world’s most neglected displacement crises, warning that funding cuts are leaving millions without support. Ebola Alerts in India: Two Sudanese travellers were isolated in Hyderabad’s Gandhi Hospital after Ebola-related screening at Rajiv Gandhi International Airport; officials say cases are suspected and samples were sent for testing. Cross-Border Drone Harm: MSF reports intensifying drone strikes near the Chad-Sudan border town of Tina, treating 116 wounded since May, with women and children among casualties. Humanitarian Pressure: WFP and KOICA completed a $6m programme in Egypt supporting refugees and host communities with training and microgrants, highlighting how livelihoods support is becoming central as displacement grows.

Sudan War & Rights: UN-linked reporting says women in Sudan’s war have been raped and ransomed by fighters, with accounts pointing to the RSF and describing sexual slavery and payments that can reach $10,000. Humanitarian Funding Pressure: The Norwegian Refugee Council ranks Sudan as the world’s most neglected displacement crisis, citing over 9 million internally displaced people, 4 million refugees in neighboring countries, and a sharp funding shortfall. Ebola Scare at Entry Point: A traveler from Sudan with fever was isolated for Ebola testing at Hyderabad’s Gandhi Hospital after thermal screening flagged symptoms at Rajiv Gandhi International Airport. Refugees & Livelihoods in Egypt: WFP and KOICA completed a $6 million, three-year programme supporting refugees and Egyptian host communities, training 14,000 people in vocational skills and microgrants, with 39% earning income within six months. Regional Politics: Sudanese political forces met in Addis Ababa under the “Quintet mechanism” to push a new peace process, though analysts say exclusion and deep divisions may derail it.

Humanitarian Crisis: The Norwegian Refugee Council says Sudan is now among the world’s most neglected displacement emergencies, with over 9 million internally displaced and about 4 million refugees abroad, as hunger and needs keep worsening. War’s Gender Toll: The UN says sexual violence is a defining feature of Sudan’s war, with women subjected to rape and sexual slavery and forced ransoms, often linked to the RSF. Security Reshuffle: RSF commander Mohamed Dagalo has ordered creation of a “new national army” and a defence and security council, deepening Sudan’s split between rival power centers. Aid Access & Accountability: A Sudanese political bloc is divided ahead of Addis Ababa dialogue talks, with some groups boycotting over process and fears of legitimizing the RSF-linked track. Ebola Watch: A Sudan-linked suspected Ebola case triggered isolation and testing in India, while global health groups push vaccine readiness as outbreaks spread regionally.

Sudan War Crimes & Sexual Violence: The UN says sexual violence is among the most defining features of Sudan’s war, with women subjected to sexual slavery and ransom demands, and it points especially to RSF abuses across Khartoum, Darfur and Gezira. Political Process in Addis Ababa: Sudan’s Democratic Bloc is split over the planned Sudanese-Sudanese dialogue, with some groups boycotting over procedures and rejecting the inclusion of Tasees, while SLM-Abdelwahid joins talks. Humanitarian & Media Support: The Sudanese Journalists Syndicate reports it has backed more than 1,000 media workers since the war began, including targeted support for women and health needs. Security Update: UN-linked reporting highlights continued violence, including a recent cattle raid in Rubkona County that left dozens dead and injured. Water Governance: A new analysis warns Sudan’s water management is worsening under conflict and climate shocks, while regional disputes over the GERD add instability. Health & Outbreaks: CEPI funding is backing investigational Ebola vaccines targeting the Bundibugyo strain amid the DRC outbreak.

Diplomacy: Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdoğan met Sudan’s Transitional Sovereignty Council chief Abdel Fattah al-Burhan in Ankara, discussing bilateral ties and efforts to stop regional conflicts. Human rights in Sudan: A new Associated Press report says women abducted during Sudan’s war were raped and held as sex slaves, with captors forcing families to pay ransoms—sometimes up to $10,000—while survivors kept photos of injuries to seek accountability. Humanitarian displacement: IOM reports over 10,000 people displaced in Sudan’s Blue Nile within three weeks, underscoring how quickly fighting drives new flight. Accountability and public trust: Coverage highlights Sudan officials’ silence over passport-related questions involving sanctioned figures, saying non-response is eroding trust. Regional security: The Southern Liberation Operations Room accuses Haftar-affiliated groups of smuggling fuel from Libya through Chad into Sudan, worsening shortages in southern areas. Ebola spillover: Separate reporting warns of Ebola diagnostic failures in eastern DRC and notes Uganda is preparing for possible imported cases, with Sudan-linked displacement and health strain in the wider region.