On September 17, following intense clashes between the army and rival forces, a number of buildings in Sudan's capital have been set ablaze. The violence has resulted in a tragic death toll of approximately 7,500 people, with over 5 mn being forced to flee their homes. In an effort to gain control of the city, the military has been conducting airstrikes to target and weaken the strongholds of the Rapid Support Forces (RSF).
The famous Greater Nile Petroleum Oil Company Tower was shown in videos published online on Sunday entirely enveloped in flames. The conflict began in April, and as reported by The Guardian, airstrikes and military engagements have continued in Khartoum and other cities. The conflict between the Sudanese army and the paramilitary Rapid Support Forces (RSF) has been ongoing for six months, with neither side declaring victory or actively seeking peace.
According to UN data, about 1 mln residents were forced to evacuate from the country.
The 18-story Oil Firm's skyscraper is one of the most popular attractions in Kharatum, given that it is located near the longest river in the world, the Nile River. The building's architect, Mrs. Abdeen, called this destruction "senseless."
The cause of the fire in the cone-shaped structure with a glass facade has not been clarified. There have been no reports of deaths or injuries.
According to the Sudan War Monitor, the RSF carried out attacks on residential areas that are under army control, as well as an office block at the Justice Ministry. As a result of these attacks, several government buildings caught fire.
Witnesses from the news agency AFP reported that attacks on army premises continued until Sunday. Health authorities have stated that major hospitals in Khartoum and the Darfur region were unable to operate during this time.
Khartoum resident Nawal Mohammed, who lives 3 km from the clashes in the capital, said the doors and windows of her house shook with terrible force from the explosion. She stated that these are the most brutal battles since the beginning of the war.
"Dozens of civilians" have been murdered in Khartoum's attack since Friday, according to a group of pro-democracy attorneys. Another report of fighting came from El-Obeid, located 250 miles (400 km) south of the city.
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