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Sudan Landslide Claims 1,000 Lives Amid Ongoing Conflict

9/2/2025

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A landslide in the Marra Mountains of western Sudan resulted in over 1,000 fatalities, with only one survivor.
The Sudan Liberation Movement/Army stated the disaster occurred on August 31 due to heavy rainfall.
The movement has requested international aid for victim recovery efforts.
Ongoing conflict between the Sudanese army and RSF worsens the region's humanitarian crisis.

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Story summary

A landslide in the Marra Mountains of western Sudan resulted in over 1,000 fatalities, with only one survivor.
The Sudan Liberation Movement/Army stated the disaster occurred on August 31 due to heavy rainfall.
The movement has requested international aid for victim recovery efforts.
Ongoing conflict between the Sudanese army and RSF worsens the region's humanitarian crisis.