A catastrophic dam overflow in Sudan has resulted in severe flooding across 20 villages in the region north of Port Sudan, causing the deaths of at least 60 people. The disaster occurred after heavy rains over the weekend caused the Arbaat Dam to overflow. Local sources report that 150 to 200 people are still missing, raising concerns that the death toll could rise. The flooding has affected at least 50,000 people, with access to some areas still restricted. Ongoing clashes between the Sudanese army and the Rapid Support Forces (RSF) have left infrastructure damaged, complicating relief efforts. The Sudanese Ministry of Health recently reported that flooding this year has claimed 132 lives and left 118,000 homeless, with more rain and flooding expected until mid-September.
North Korean leader Kim Jong-un met with Russian Culture Minister Olga Lyubimova in Pyongyang, marking the first anniversary of the countries’ strategic partnership. Kim emphasized the importance of cultural cooperation, stating, “We should further develop interaction in culture and art to better understand and learn from each other.”
Lyubimova said cultural ties were at their strongest and confirmed a new agreement with her North Korean counterpart, set to last until 2027. The visit came days after North Korea opened a 20,000-person tourism complex, raising speculation about welcoming Russian tourists in the future.
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