militarySep 28, 2026

Clashes between Government of Sudan and SFA: a sports field northwest of El Obeid, Sudan

Summary

28 September 2026, North Kordofan state, Sudan. UCDP's best estimate is 1 death (low 1, high 1). Preliminary UCDP candidate data; figures may be revised.

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Neutral

UCDP reports that clashes between the Government of Sudan and the SFA occurred on 28 September 2026 at a sports field northwest of El Obeid in North Kordofan state. The organization’s preliminary data estimates one death, noting that these figures may be revised.

Sudanese Armed Forces

On 28 September 2026, clashes occurred between the Government of Sudan and the SFA at a sports field northwest of El Obeid in North Kordofan state. UCDP’s preliminary data estimates one death from the incident, noting that figures may be revised.

Regional (AU, IGAD and neighbours)

Regional stability remains a priority as clashes between the Government of Sudan and the SFA occurred at a sports field northwest of El Obeid. UCDP estimates one death in North Kordofan state on 28 September 2026, though these preliminary figures may be revised.

Humanitarian / anti-war

A clash between the Government of Sudan and the SFA occurred at a sports field northwest of El Obeid, resulting in one reported death. This violence in North Kordofan underscores the urgent need for a ceasefire to protect civilians and allow humanitarian access.