Sudan war: Number of malnourished children doubles in Darfur

The Norwegian Refugee Council says a surge in people fleeing to Tawila in North Darfur is propelling the Sudanese town into a full-scale humanitarian crisis. According to the agency, nearly 380,000 people have fled from extreme violence in refugee camps near the state capital, Al Fasher where famine has been confirmed. We hear from people in Darfur and speak to our senior Africa correspondent Anne Soy.

A BBC investigation has found more than 500 foreigners from 28 countries, including the US, Ethiopia, Togo and Sri Lanka, have fought for Russia in the war against Ukraine. We are joined by our BBC Russian colleague who did the investigation. We also hear from people affected by recent Russian strikes in Ukraine's capital, Kyiv.

Astronomers believe a mystery interstellar object discovered last week could be the oldest comet ever seen. Scientists have been racing to discover the origins of 31/Atlas since it was spotted. We discuss the finding with our our science correspondent.

And we speak to three Iraqi women upending the traditionally masculine space of gaming.

Presenter: Luke Jones

(Photo: A displaced woman looks on, following Rapid Support Forces (RSF) attacks on Zamzam displacement camp, as she shelters in the town of Tawila, North Darfur, Sudan, 16 April, 2025. Credit: Reuters)