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1 American dead in Sudan as U.S. readies troops for potential embassy evacuation amid heavy fighting
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Washington — An American citizen has died in Sudan amid intense fighting between two rival generals, the State Department said Thursday, as the U.S. repositions troops in the region ahead of a potential evacuation of the U.S. Embassy in Khartoum.
"We can confirm the death of one U.S. citizen in Sudan," a State Department spokesperson said. "We are in touch with the family and offer our deepest condolences to them on their loss."
The State Department declined to offer further details on the death, citing respect for the person's family.
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