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UN warns Sudan conflict has triggered mass exodus

SUDAN-CONFLICT

Smoke billows over residential buildings in Khartoum Source: Getty / -/AFP via Getty Images

The United Nations is warning the conflict in Sudan may send over 800,000 people fleeing the country into neighbouring regions. Fighting between rival military factions continues despite a supposed ceasefire in the region. Sudan's Health Ministry says at least 528 people have been killed and more than 4,500 injured so far.


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The United Nations is warning the conflict in Sudan may send over 800,000 people fleeing the country into neighbouring regions. Fighting between rival military factions continues despite a supposed ceasefire in the region. Sudan's Health Ministry says at least 528 people have been killed and more than 4,500 injured so far.


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