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There are emerging reports that military helicopters have been hovering over the American Embassy in the Sudan capital of Khartoum, suggesting that the evacuation of embassy staff has begun. Three USAF C-130s are also entering Sudanese airspace. The United States has previously stated that there are no plans for the evacuation of private citizens.

White House National Security Council spokesman John Kirby has told reporters that there are no current plans for the United States government to evacuate private American citizens from Sudan. Kirby stated that "It’s absolutely imperative that U.S. citizens in Sudan make their own arrangements to stay safe in these difficult circumstances,” adding that “Americans should have no expectation of a...

Following the outbreak of fighting throughout Sudan on Saturday, a number of major developments have occurred that have drawn the attention of the international community. The Rapid Support Forces (RSF), a paramilitary group in Sudan with ties to the Russian Wagner Group, are now embroiled in a second day of heavy fighting with the Sudanese Armed Forces (SAF). Sudanese delegations...

Significant clashes have taken place today between the Sudanese military and the Rapid Support Forces (RSF) Paramilitary group, which the military has declared a rebel force. Explosions and gunfire sounded throughout the capital, Khartoum, as each sides soldiers opened fire upon each other. Reportedly, Sudans airforce launched strikes against RSF positions in and around Khartoum. https://twitter.com/ghmv2research/status/1647293883158609920?s=46&t=We8RLpx8YdsN15-tpkJtww   The RSF’s leader, General Mohamed Hamdan...

Update (1817 EST): Ambassador Godfrey has been released from the hospital with minor injuries and bruising. Two other embassy employees were injured, but are stable. One of the guards sustained a broken arm. The transitional government agreed with Washington to exchange ambassadors for the first time since 1997 and Ambassador Godfrey is the first U.S. representative in the country...