Bulletins and News Discussion from March 24th to March 30th, 2025 - The Genocide Continues - COTW: Qatar

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Due to a request by @miz@hexbear.net, this thread's COTW is Qatar.

The ceasefire deal broke down early last week after Israel unilaterally changed the terms of the agreement and then blamed Hamas for not meeting them. Violence against civilians has rapidly accelerated to pre-ceasefire levels, with many hundreds dead already, aid once again cut off, and Israeli soldiers once again entering and occupying the attritional labyrinth that is Gaza.

I'm not yet in a position to make any solid predictions or analysis, as the geopolitical situation in and around Israel has changed fairly substantially over the last 6 months; in some ways benefiting Israel, and in other ways not. We know for sure how Hamas and Ansarallah are reacting (thankfully, with open hostility to both Israel and the United States), but the state of Hezbollah has been a giant question mark for months now, and precisely what Iran plans to do (beyond the usual level of supplying weaponry and intelligence to all the allies it can) is unknown. Syria will be almost certainly be a big wildcard, and we'll have to see if the compradors in Damascus can weather the storm.

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Sudan’s Military Recaptures Republican Palace Amid Ongoing Conflict - Telesur English ::: spoiler Article Sudan’s military has achieved a significant milestone by recapturing the Republican Palace in Khartoum, a key stronghold previously held by the paramilitary Rapid Support Forces (RSF). Footage aired by Al-Arabiya on Friday revealed soldiers inside the partially ruined palace, celebrating their victory. The military, under the leadership of Gen. Abdel-Fattah Burhan, has been making steady advances in recent months.
A Symbolic Victory Amidst a Prolonged War
The Republican Palace, a historic landmark dating back to British colonial rule, served as a heavily fortified RSF base. Its recapture is a symbolic triumph for the military, signaling its growing strength in the capital. However, the RSF continues to control significant territories, particularly in Sudan’s western Darfur region, underscoring the ongoing challenges in the conflict.
Humanitarian Crisis Deepens
Since the conflict erupted in 2023, over 28,000 lives have been lost, and millions have been displaced. The humanitarian situation has deteriorated further, with famine affecting large parts of the country. Rights groups and the United Nations have accused both the RSF and allied militias of targeting ethnic African communities, allegations that both sides deny.
The Road Ahead
While the capture of the Republican Palace is a morale boost for the military, it does not signify the end of the war. Fighting persists across Sudan, with the RSF maintaining its presence in key regions. The conflict continues to exact a heavy toll on civilians, highlighting the urgent need for a resolution. :::
- the SAF's march against the RSF this year has been more successful than even the Russian advance in Ukraine. I don't think the RSF has achieved anything this side of the new year beyond shelling hospitals behind the front line.

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