Renewed hostilities were witnessed yesterday and overnight in Khartoum, the sudanese capital following the rejection of brokered Ceasefire by the factions.
New York Times reports that Even hospitals were under threat in Sudan as two generals battled for control. More than 180 people have died since fighting erupted on Saturday. It is unclear who, if anyone, is in charge.
Hospitals, which are trying to treat the growing numbers of wounded people, have been attacked. One overwhelmed medical center was shelled. Paramilitary fighters then barged inside, ordered that patients be evacuated and took up positions, one doctor said.
In Satellite images of Khartoum sighted, over 20 planes were seen to have been destroyed or badly damaged at the airport since the conflict erupted.
Sources claim the E.U.’s ambassador was assaulted in his home, though he was not injured.
There is currently a breakdown of public utilities and facilities. Millions of residents of the capital city don’t have water or electricity, few are venturing out.
“Everyone is afraid,” said a 28-year-old who went out to try to charge his cellphone. “You can see it in their eyes. People are panicking.”
The battles are the culmination of a long-brewing conflict between two generals, who together seized power in a coup in 2021. They have now turned against each other after rebuffing attempts to allow a transition to civilian rule.
