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Jun 2023
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Armed conflict in Sudan: a recap of the ...

ICRC LAW AND POLICY
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On 15 April 2023, the world watched the eruption of hostilities in Khartoum, the capital of Sudan, which also spread to other parts of the country, notably Darfur. As in most conflicts fought in urban settings, civilians have been greatly affected by the fighting, in this case between the Sudanese Armed Forces and the Rapid Support Forces. Multiple medical f ... Show More
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