Discovery of Bodies in Khartoum Well Highlights Ongoing Violence in Sudan
Sudanese officials reported the discovery of 11 bodies in a Khartoum well, believed to be victims of the Rapid Support Forces. The military has regained control of the region amidst accusations of targeted killings and war crimes, contributing to a humanitarian crisis affecting millions.
In Khartoum, Sudan, authorities reported that at least 11 bodies, including women and children, were recovered from a well in the Fayhaa neighborhood. This discovery came shortly after the military expelled the Rapid Support Forces (RSF) from the area. The search for additional remains was initiated following residents’ reports of a deceased individual found in the well, as stated by Colonel Abdul-Rahanan Mohamed Hassan, head of the civil defense team.
Colonel Hassan indicated that the search uncovered a variety of bodies, including both genders and various age groups. Authorities suspect that the RSF, notorious for recent violence in the region, may have killed these individuals and disposed of their bodies in the well during their control. The military regained authority over this area earlier in the month, which is part of a larger operation against the RSF.
Afraa al-Hajj Omar, a local resident, lamented the RSF’s brutal actions, claiming many were killed and their bodies left visible for extended periods. She described a climate of terror where people were robbed, beaten, and tortured. The conflict in Sudan has generated a tragic toll, resulting in over 20,000 deaths and displacing more than 14 million individuals, with parts of the country facing dire famine conditions.
The ongoing violence, especially against vulnerable populations in Khartoum and the western region of Darfur, has raised alarm globally. The United Nations and various human rights organizations have classified the acts of mass rape and targeted killings as war crimes and crimes against humanity, emphasizing the escalating humanitarian crisis currently gripping the nation.
The tragic recovery of 11 bodies in Khartoum underscores the severe human toll of ongoing violence attributed to the Rapid Support Forces. With many more unaccounted for and extensive displacement affecting millions, the situation remains dire. Authorities and international organizations are urged to address these human rights violations and provide urgent assistance to the afflicted populations.
Original Source: www.genocidewatch.com
