Khartoum internet, mobile networks cut as fighting rages

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Smoke billows behind buildings in Khartoum, as fighting between Sudan's warring generals intensified on June 4, 2023. PHOTO | AFP

War-torn Sudan's capital experienced a communications blackout for several hours on Friday, residents said, as the army and paramilitary forces waged intense battles across Khartoum.

"Vital internet and mobile phone connections -- which have been critical to sourcing information and supplies during nearly three months of war -- were out of service as "violent clashes" raged in several parts of the city," witnesses told AFP via landline.