Sudan: Remaining orphans from Madani denied entrance to Kassala where they've sought refuge

SADLY, this post at X by Munchkin Jan 8 says "after over week-long struggle to evacuate remaining orphaned children & caretakers from RSF-besieged Jezira, reports that group was denied entrance to Kassala where they have sought refuge. Refusal reportedly came from the Governor, citing “security risk" #KeepEyesOnSudan". Is it true? Read reports below as a backgrounder.

- After over week-long struggle to evacuate remaining orphaned children & caretakers from RSF-besieged Jezira, reports that group was denied entrance to Kassala where they have sought refuge.

- Refusal reportedly came from the Governor, citing “security risk”.#KeepEyesOnSudan

— Munchkin (@BSonblast) January 8, 2024 

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