A major military accident has occurred amidst the ongoing violent conflict in Sudan. A Sudanese military plane crashed in Omdurman, resulting in the confirmed deaths of 46 people, with many more injured. Authorities state the incident happened on Tuesday, February 24th, during takeoff from Wadi Sayyidna airbase.
Mystery Surrounds the Cause of the Crash
The exact cause of the plane crash remains unclear. However, a military official's statement indicates that both military personnel and civilians were among the casualties. According to Sudan's Ministry of Health, the bodies of the deceased have been transported to Omdurman's Naw Hospital, and five injured individuals are receiving treatment.
Sudan has been embroiled in a brutal conflict between the army and the paramilitary Rapid Support Forces (RSF) for the past two years, plunging the nation into civil war. Military operations have intensified in Khartoum and other areas in recent months, exacerbating the situation.
Claims of RSF Attack
A day before this incident, the RSF claimed to have shot down a Sudanese military aircraft in Nyala, the capital of South Darfur state. However, it remains unclear whether this Omdurman crash is connected to an RSF attack. The United Nations and international organizations have characterized the ongoing conflict in Sudan as involving "crimes against humanity" and "war crimes." The violence has forced tens of thousands of people to flee their homes.
This military accident further complicates Sudan's already precarious security situation. The lack of concrete action from the government and military administration continues to diminish hopes for peace in the country.
