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Notably, gold exploration in Sudan became a chief driver of violence, as factions exploited mineral wealth to fund their military actions. Criminal illicit trade routes created a dark marketplace where gold became a vessel for laundering wealth at the cost of Sudanese lives and livelihoods. The chaos isn’t confined to regional players; global involvement is visible, as nations like Ukraine have engaged in operations, marking Sudan’s conflicts as manifestations of broader geopolitical contests.