PM Modi discuss the situation of Indians in strife-torn Sudan
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New Delhi: Amidst reports of worsening situation in strife-torn Sudan and concerns about the safety of Indians stranded there, Prime Minister Narendra Modi chaired a high-level meeting on Friday to review the situation concerning Indian nationals, government sources said on Friday.
External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar, Air Force and Navy chiefs, top officials of foreign and defence ministries and senior diplomats attended the meeting held virtually. Jaishankar is currently on a visit to Latin America and the Carribean and is currently in Guyana.
India on Thursday said the situation in Sudan is "very tense" and it is focusing on ensuring the safety and well-being of the Indian community, including working on contingency plans and possible evacuation.
The conflict is a direct result of a vicious power struggle within the country's military leadership. The clashes are between Sudan's regular army and a paramilitary force called the Rapid Support Forces (RSF).
(Inputs from PTI)