Why El Obeid Matters as Sudan's War Enters a New Phase Sudan's three year civil war has long been characterized by complex regional interests, tribal rivalries, and international interference.
However, the recent escalation of fighting around el Obeid, capital of North Kordofan state, marks a critical turning point in this conflict – one that threatens to overwhelm even seasoned humanitarian responders.
Over 11,000 people, including more than 5,500 children, have fled el Obeid in just two weeks.