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Much of Sudan’s instability stems from unresolved conflicts over ethnicity, religion, and resources. The persistent struggle over the south’s independence and oil wealth marked critical turning points. Oil—discovered predominantly in the south—became a double-edged sword: a much-needed economic boon that also exacerbated regional tensions. The south’s secession was facilitated by a peace agreement promising wealth sharing, but the borders and resource division remain contested, fueling ongoing conflict.