The Preamble

The Preamble

The World's Worst Humanitarian Crisis Isn't in Gaza or Ukraine

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Elise Labott
Aug 05, 2025
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While the wars in Gaza and Ukraine are dominating headlines and campus protests, there is an even more devastating war raging in Sudan that barely registers in our collective consciousness.

The humanitarian toll is staggering. At least 150,000 people are dead, and likely many more. Nearly 13 million are displaced. Up to 80% of hospitals in conflict zones…

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