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The Guardian - UK
The Guardian - UK
World
Zeinab Mohammed Salih in Khartoum, and Ruth Michaelson

Civilians attacked in Darfur region as Sudan fighting escalates

People walk among scattered objects in the market of al-Geneina, the capital of West Darfur.
People walk among scattered objects in the market of al-Geneina, the capital of West Darfur. Photograph: AFP/Getty Images

Fighting has erupted in Sudan’s Darfur region – including the use of heavy weaponry, and attacks on civilians and essential healthcare infrastructure – escalating a crisis now in its third week that was sparked by two rival generals.

Across the Sudanese capital, Khartoum, the sound of gunfire echoed through the streets throughout Sunday and airstrikes hit its twin city Omdurman.

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