US confirms death of 2nd American amid fighting in Sudan
WASHINGTON (AA) – The US confirmed Wednesday the death of a second American in Sudan.
“We can confirm the death of a second American citizen yesterday. We extend our deepest condolences to the family,” White House national security spokesperson John Kirby told reporters.
Kirby said the leadership of the Sudanese armed forces and the Rapid Support Forces (RSF) paramilitary group were told by the US they have the responsibility for safeguarding civilians, non-combatants, humanitarian staff and people from third countries who are working to preserve lives.
The warring parties announced a cease-fire Monday but there are reports of violence and sporadic shelling and firing.
Kirby said the levels of violence appeared to have been significantly reduced.
“We urge both military factions to fully uphold this cease-fire,” he said. “The violence must stop.”
Kirby announced last Friday the death of the first American who he said was “tragically killed” in the fighting. He did not identify the deceased but offered condolences to that person’s family.
At least 460 people have been killed and more than 4,000 injured in clashes between the army and RSF forces since April 15, according to the Health Ministry.
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