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Christopher Tounsel, Associate Professor of History, University of Washington

Sudan's plunge into chaos has geopolitical implications near and far – including for US strategic goals

Jordanians being evacuated from Sudan amid fighting between two factions. AP Photo/Raad Adayleh

The sight of diplomats fleeing Sudan amid chaotic scenes reflects the gravity of the situation, but also the extent of international interest in the strife-torn nation.

Days into fighting that has left at least 400 people dead, governments from across the Middle East, Europe, Asia and the Americas evacuated nationals – teachers, students and workers, as well as embassy staff – from the capital, Khartoum.

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