A military aircraft crash in Sudan near Khartoum has led to several dead and injured. The incident, confirmed by the Sudanese Armed Forces, was attributed to a technical malfunction of an Antonov aircraft. At least five civilians and several military personnel are reported dead, with damage to nearby homes and power outages reported in the area.
A military plane crash in Sudan resulted in significant casualties among military personnel and civilians. The Sudanese Armed Forces reported that the incident occurred during takeoff from Wadi Seidna Air Base, close to the capital, Khartoum. They stated, “We counted a number of dead and injured military personnel and civilians.” Fire brigades managed to control the flames at the crash site, while injured individuals received medical treatment.
According to a medical source cited by AFP, at least five civilian casualties were confirmed. Furthermore, the Karari Resistance Committee reported that around ten bodies were transported to a nearby hospital. Reports indicate that an Antonov aircraft experienced a technical failure, leading to the crash, with several Sudanese Armed Forces officers among the deceased.
Witnesses noted that the crash impacted the surrounding area by damaging several homes and causing power outages near Wadi Seidna Air Base. This tragic event unfolded against the backdrop of ongoing conflict between the Sudanese Armed Forces (SAF) and the Rapid Support Forces (RSF), which has been escalating since April 2023, resulting in widespread violence across the country, notably in areas such as Khartoum, Darfur, and Kordofan.
The military plane crash in Sudan has resulted in multiple fatalities and injuries among both military personnel and civilians. The crash, attributed to a technical malfunction, has exacerbated the already dire situation in Sudan due to ongoing conflict. Emergency responders have worked to control the fire and treat the injured, but the incident highlights the severe impact of the current unrest in the region.
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