EU's top diplomat Josep Burrell warned that if Sudan implodes, it would send shockwaves through the whole of Africa. In the midst of escalating violence, foreign citizens have been getting out of the country. A humanitarian disaster is unfolding; food, water and medical supplies are all running out. But neither side appears willing to back down.
Ceasefires have failed, civilians are fleeing, and there is no end in sight to the fighting. We bring you an update on the escalating conflict. A Ukrainian church accused of spreading Russian propaganda is in trouble, raising questions about the limits of religious freedom. And a lucrative cricket league is about to get even more so by going global.
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