In brief
The crash occurred in Khartoum, marking one of the most tragic incidents in the nation's turbulent history.
In a tragic incident in Khartoum, Sudan, a military aircraft crashed in a residential area, resulting in at least 46 fatalities, regional officials reported. This disaster adds to the ongoing turmoil caused by nearly three years of civil war that has raged across the nation. According to the International Civil Aviation Organization, this crash is among the deadliest in Sudan’s recent history, with the state government confirming victims included both aircraft passengers and civilians on the ground.The military stated that the Antonov cargo plane crashed during takeoff from the Wadi Seidna airbase, but the exact cause of the accident remains unknown. Among the injured are at least ten individuals from the neighborhood, with two young children reported hurt as well.The conflict in Sudan, primarily between the military and the paramilitary Rapid Support Forces (RSF), has devastated Khartoum, leaving many areas in ruins. Ongoing violence has resulted in over 24 million people being at risk of famine, as noted by the global hunger authority.The airbase, crucial for military operations, continues to play a significant role in the struggle to reclaim Khartoum. Recently, the RSF claimed responsibility for shooting down another military aircraft in South Darfur, while past incidents highlight the dangers associated with air travel in the region.Before the war, Sudan had experienced several deadly crashes, underscoring the perilous intersection of military action and civilian safety. As the humanitarian situation deteriorates, the recent crash underscores the urgent need for resolution and peace within the country.
