This Is What the End of the Liberal World Order Looks Like
This Is What the End of the Liberal World Order Looks Like
This article examines the devastating civil war in Sudan as a prime example of the collapse of the liberal world order, replaced by anarchy, greed, and transactional geopolitics. It details the immense civilian suffering, including violence, displacement, and starvation, exacerbated by the lack of effective international intervention and support. The conflict is fueled by a complex web of local factions like the Rapid Support Forces (RSF) and Sudanese Armed Forces (SAF), and international actors pursuing their own interests, particularly access to gold and regional influence. Despite the bleak situation, the article highlights the resilience of local Sudanese activists and volunteers who are working to provide mutual aid and maintain aspirations for democracy amidst widespread destruction and the withdrawal of global compassion.
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there are a lot of shades of gray when it comes to any conflict. and there are probably exponentially more shades when it comes to the conflict in sudan.
humanity is not a team sport and it's not helpful to think about which side will win.
The article provides a valuable framework of builders (for all) vs destroyers (for one side).
it's unfortunate there are so many difficult conflicts in our world that the Sudan civil war has taken a backseat to what is happening in Ukraine and Gaza.
the idea of "middle powers" fueling their own conflicts while super powers fuel others is unnerving. especially as powers are shifting as US now takes a back seat amidst it's waning influence.
peace won't come easily to any of these conflicts. i do hope they come.sooner than later.
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