At least 40 civilians died and dozens were injured in an army airstrike on a market in southern Khartoum, marking the deadliest single incident since the Sudan war began in April. The war between the Sudanese army and the Rapid Support Forces (RSF) has intensified with neither side achieving a clear victory or seeking mediation. Drones launched some airstrikes in a district mainly occupied by the RSF, leading to several casualties. Many residents, often daily wage workers, are unable to flee due to poverty. The RSF accuses the Sudanese army of the attacks, but the army denies this, stating they target only enemy bases. Meanwhile, the RSF has spread through residential areas in Khartoum, leading the army to use heavy artillery against them, causing numerous civilian casualties. Last week, strikes resulted in 51 deaths in two days. Many hospitals are non-functional, and volunteers face challenges in tallying casualties. Médecins Sans Frontières reported another airstrike that injured at least 60 persons. The city's long-standing conflict has exhausted resources, and the Southern Khartoum Emergency Room warns of potential hospital closures. The conflict began on April 15 due to tensions regarding troop integration in a democratic transition, and international mediation efforts have been unsuccessful so far.
https://www.theguardian.com/world/2023/sep/10/sudan-deadly-airstrike-on-khartoum-market
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