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Sudan ceasefire extended as thousands flee the country

EGYPT SUDAN CONFLICT

Passengers fleeing from Sudan arrive at the Argeen land port, Egypt Source: AAP / KHALED ELFIQI/EPA

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Dozens of countries are attempting to evacuate citizens from Sudan, as violent conflict continues for almost two weeks. Tens of thousands of people are fleeing the country, as both the army and its rival paramilitary forces agree to prolong the ceasefire.

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