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Post by Admin on Apr 15, 2023 22:12:56 GMT
Sudan's army and a notorious paramilitary force have battled with heavy weapons in the capital Khartoum amid tensions over a proposed transition to civilian rule.
At least three people have died after heavy fighting erupted between armed factions in Khartoum and other cities.
Both sides say they control the airport and other key sites. The army says jets are hitting bases of its opponents, the Rapid Support Forces (RSF)
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Post by Admin on Apr 16, 2023 3:03:47 GMT
A military helicopter donated to Ukraine by the UK government was used in the Falklands conflict more than 40 years ago, the BBC has learned.
Despite its age, the Ukrainian military says the aircraft will help in the war against Russia.
The government in Kyiv asked for modern fighter jets armed with long-range missiles to help in a much-anticipated new offensive against Russian forces.
But the UK has not given any of its Typhoon fighter jets to Ukraine - it does not have enough to spare, and it would take too long to train Ukrainian pilots to use them. There are also broader fears that giving warplanes could escalate the conflict.
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Post by Admin on Apr 16, 2023 14:39:01 GMT
A power struggle between Sudan's army and a notorious paramilitary force has rocked the country, with more than 50 civilians reported dead.
Residents dodged gunfire in the capital, Khartoum, as rival forces battled over the presidential palace, state TV, and army headquarters.
The clashes erupted after tensions over a proposed transition to civilian rule.
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Post by Admin on Apr 16, 2023 16:08:08 GMT
Former Senior Intelligence and Security Officer, Philip Ingram, shares his thoughts on the latest developments in Sudan, and why the unrest arose.
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Post by Admin on Apr 17, 2023 16:08:00 GMT
Explosions and gunfire have been reported this morning in Sudan's capital Khartoum, with fighting in the country in its third day.
Almost 100 civilians have died during the violence, according to the Sudanese doctors' union.
The fighting follows a rift between the leaders of Sudan's army and a rival paramilitary group the Rapid Support Forces (RSF).
On Sunday, the two sides observed a temporary ceasefire to allow the wounded to be evacuated.
Regional leaders say they hope to travel to Sudan today to help end the violence - and there are calls for the resumption of talks aimed at restoring a civilian government.
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