U.S. Convoy Attacked in Ongoing Sudanese Conflict

(MENAFN) The Secretary of State Antony Blinken has confirmed that a U.S. diplomatic convoy was attacked in Sudan amidst ongoing violence in the region. Blinken, who is currently in Japan, stated that all people in the convoy are safe. The attack has been described by Blinken as "reckless, irresponsible and unsafe," and is being investigated.

The attack on the U.S. diplomatic convoy is the latest in a series of violent incidents in Sudan. Heavy fighting erupted in the capital city, Khartoum, on Saturday, resulting in the deaths of at least 97 civilians, and 365 others being wounded, according to the Sudan Doctors' Syndicate, a pro-democracy group monitoring casualties. The group also noted that there are likely a number of injuries and deaths that have not been included in their report, as some hospitals could not be accessed due to the difficulty of mobility and security situation in the country.

The situation in Sudan is becoming increasingly dire, with severe damage confirmed at several hospitals in Khartoum and other cities in the country. Some facilities have been completely destroyed after being bombed, leaving the residents of Sudan in a precarious situation. The Sudan Doctors' Syndicate has called this issue a clear violation of international humanitarian law.

The ongoing violence in Sudan is a cause for concern among the international community, with many calling for a peaceful resolution to the conflict. The attack on the U.S. diplomatic convoy is a reminder of the dangers that exist in Sudan, and the urgent need for a lasting solution that can provide stability and security for the people of Sudan.

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