people and Funj and Berta peoples over land disputes which led to the deaths of hundreds of civilians. On 5 August 2024, the RSF launched an incursion into the state and continues to control northwestern parts of the state. On 5 March 2025, SAF launched a counteroffensive on the rest of RSF controlled territory in Sennar, and took full control over territories, including Mazmoum.

In 2026, conflict renewed