Sudanese Military Aircraft Crash Death Toll Rises Amid Intensifying Civil War
The death toll of a military plane crash in Sudan has climbed to at least 46, as fighting escalates between the army and RSF.
Death toll in Sudan military plane crash rises to 46
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Overview
A Sudanese military Antonov aircraft crashed during takeoff from Wadi Sayidna airbase, killing at least 46 and injuring 10. The crash occurred in Omdurman, causing significant property damage and raising safety concerns amid ongoing civil war, which has intensified with military advances against the Rapid Support Forces (RSF). The RSF responded by establishing a parallel government, signaling increasing fragmentation in Sudan's governance. The war, ongoing since April 2023, has claimed over 20,000 lives and displaced millions. The crash adds to Sudan's troubled aviation safety record as investigations continue into the cause.
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Analysis
- A Sudanese military aircraft crashed in Omdurman, resulting in at least 46 fatalities and multiple injuries, marking it as one of the deadliest aviation incidents in recent Sudanese history.
- The aircraft reportedly crashed while taking off from a military base and was potentially carrying high-ranking officers; however, the military has not confirmed this information.
- Sudan's ongoing civil war, intensified since 2023, has compromised the nation's aviation safety and has led to numerous civilian casualties amid military confrontations.
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At least 46 people were killed, and 10 were injured in the crash.
The conflict has resulted in over 20,000 deaths and the displacement of millions, contributing to one of the world's worst humanitarian disasters, according to the UN.
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