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UK calls for immediate end to fighting, lasting ceasefire in Sudan
Updated : 2 years, 10 months ago IST
The United Kingdom on Wednesday called for an immediate end to the fighting and a lasting ceasefire in Sudan as the tensions continue to rise in the region, every passing day.
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Thousands flee homes in Sudan's Khartoum as clashes between army, paramili
Updated : 2 years, 10 months ago IST
As fighting between the army and paramilitaries raged for a fifth day after a 24-hour truce collapsed, thousands of residents have fled their homes in Sudan's capital Khartoum, Al Jazeera reported on Wednesday.
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Sudan clash: Death toll reaches 270, over 2,600 injured
Updated : 2 years, 10 months ago IST
Fighting continued in Sudan as forces loyal to duelling generals fought for strategic positions in the city and accused one another of breaking the ceasefire hours after an internationally mediated ceasefire was scheduled to take effect.
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Indian Embassy in Sudan issues precautionary advisory for Indian nationals
Updated : 2 years, 11 months ago IST
"We have come across many instances of looting. All Indian nationals are advised please not to venture out. Please ration your supplies. The situation may continue for a few more days. Please try to take help from your neighbours. Please stay at home and remain safe," tweeted the Embass
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Sudan clash: EU ambassador assaulted inside Khartoum residence
Updated : 2 years, 11 months ago IST
The European Union's ambassador to Sudan, Aidan O'Hara, is a diplomat from Ireland, and was not injured after armed men barged in, threatened him at gunpoint and stole money, said the officials on the condition of anonymity for security reasons, as per New York Times.
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At least 180 people killed, 1,800 injured in Sudan clashes
Updated : 2 years, 11 months ago IST
According to NYT, the fighting has left many of the five million residents of the capital, Khartoum stranded at home without electricity or water as they marked the last few days of Ramadan, the Muslim holy month when many fast daily from dawn until dusk.
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Fighting between Sudan military rivals enters a second day: 56 killed, 600
Updated : 2 years, 11 months ago IST
Sources in Sudan's civilian movement and Sudanese military sources told CNN the main points of contention included the timeline for the merger of the forces, the status given to RSF officers in the future hierarchy, and whether RSF forces should be under the command of the army chief, rather
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Jaishankar expresses grief over death of Indian national amid Sudan violen
Updated : 2 years, 11 months ago IST
Taking to Twitter, Jaishankar said, "Deeply grieved to learn about the death of an Indian national in Khartoum. The Embassy is making all efforts to extend fullest assistance to the family. The situation in Khartoum remains one of great concern. We will continue to monitor developments."<
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US State Secretary Blinken calls for end to violence in Sudan
Updated : 2 years, 11 months ago IST
Taking to Twitter, Blinken said, "Deeply concerned about reports of escalating violence between the Sudanese Armed Forces and Rapid Support Forces. We are in touch with the Embassy team in Khartoum - all are currently accounted for. We urge all actors to stop the violence immediately and
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UAE Foreign Minister Abdullah bin Zayed discuss developments in Sudan with
Updated : 2 years, 11 months ago IST
Sheikh Abdullah bin Zayed Al Nahyan, Minister of Foreign Affairs and International Cooperation and Josep Borrell, the EU High Representative for Foreign Affairs and Security Policy, today discussed developments in the Republic of Sudan.
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At least 25 people killed, 183 injured in Sudan clashes, toll likely to ri
Updated : 2 years, 11 months ago IST
In a clash between a paramilitary group with the Sudanese army on Saturday, 25 people lost their lives whereas 183 were severely injured, CNN reported citing the Sudanese Central Medical Committee.
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Sudanese paramilitary group takes control of Presidential Palace
Updated : 2 years, 11 months ago IST
The Sudanese paramilitary group the Rapid Support Forces (RSF) has said that they have claimed control of the Presidential Palace, as tensions between rival factions of armed forces in Sudan escalated into violence, reported CNN.
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