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Sudanese-Australian Mohamed Semra calls his brother who is trapped in Khartoum where deadly violence has claimed the lives of at least 270 people in the last few days. Source: SBS News

The unfolding conflict in Sudan is being described as some of the worst scenes in decades. Many in the Australian Sudanese community say they haven't slept in days, fearing for the safety of loved ones as fighting rages in the streets.

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By Achol Arok

Source: SBS News

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The unfolding conflict in Sudan is being described as some of the worst scenes in decades. Many in the Australian Sudanese community say they haven't slept in days, fearing for the safety of loved ones as fighting rages in the streets.

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