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Khartoum Devastated: 12 Million Displaced, 40,000 Dead

8/24/2025

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Residents in Khartoum, Sudan, return to find widespread destruction of homes and infrastructure following military actions against the Rapid Support Forces.
Since April 2023, over 12 million people have been displaced, with reported fatalities exceeding 40,000.
Community initiatives aim to restore basic services, but insecurity and dependence on charity kitchens continue.

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Story summary

Residents in Khartoum, Sudan, return to find widespread destruction of homes and infrastructure following military actions against the Rapid Support Forces.
Since April 2023, over 12 million people have been displaced, with reported fatalities exceeding 40,000.
Community initiatives aim to restore basic services, but insecurity and dependence on charity kitchens continue.