Air Strike in Khartoum Kills 23 People
A devastating military air strike on a marketplace in Khartoum, Sudan, resulted in the loss of 23 lives, with 40 others sustaining injuries. The tragedy unfolded as clashes erupted in Ombdurman, near the capital, amidst ongoing conflict between the Rapid Support Forces and the Sudanese military.
Details of the Strike
The strike targeted residential buildings, causing immense destruction across the central market area. Eyewitnesses reported the harrowing scenes of high-rise buildings being affected by the bombing, reflecting the escalating tensions in the region.
Humanitarian Crisis in Sudan
The war has already claimed thousands of lives, with millions displaced from their homes. The World Health Organization confirms the death toll at 20,000, but some estimates suggest a far higher number. The situation is dire, with a famine declared in the Zamzam refugee camp, underscoring the urgent need for international intervention.
Source: AFP news agency