Escalating Violence in Sudan Claims Over 65 Lives Amid Humanitarian Crisis
Fighting in Sudan has escalated, resulting in at least 65 deaths and over 130 injuries. Significant casualties were reported in South Kordofan and Darfur, with ongoing clashes between the army and RSF. The humanitarian crisis deepens as millions have been displaced, and calls for a ceasefire grow louder amid concerns for civilian safety.
Intense clashes in South and West Sudan have resulted in at least 65 fatalities and over 130 injuries, according to medical sources. In South Kordofan, heavy artillery fire on the capital, Kadugli, claimed at least 40 lives and injured 70. Governor Mohamed Ibrahim implicated a faction of the Sudan People’s Liberation Movement-North (SPLM-N) in the attack, emphasizing the need to eliminate rebel forces in the surrounding mountains.
Separately, a military airstrike in Nyala, South Darfur, reportedly killed 25 individuals and injured 63, targeting the Cinema District controlled by the Rapid Support Forces (RSF). This region, largely dominated by the RSF, is in close proximity to El-Fasher, the only area in North Darfur under army control, which has experienced significant conflict.
Recent days have witnessed intensified clashes, particularly in Khartoum, where the army has made critical advances. Last week, RSF shelling in Omdurman resulted in at least 60 deaths and multiple injuries. An airstrike in Khartoum injured civilians in an RSF-controlled area, amid ongoing allegations that both sides are indiscriminately targeting civilian zones.
The ongoing violence has had catastrophic humanitarian repercussions, displacing over 12 million Sudanese individuals and crippling the nation’s healthcare infrastructure. The International Organization for Migration has reported significant displacements from North Darfur since April 2024, with over 600,000 individuals forced to flee their homes.
Concerns have also been raised regarding summary executions in Khartoum North, allegedly perpetrated by militias allied with the army. U.N. spokesperson Stephane Dujarric highlighted the disproportionate impact of the conflict on Sudanese civilians, urging an immediate cessation of hostilities and a concerted effort towards achieving enduring peace.
Sudan has been engulfed in conflict since April 2023, marked by intensified clashes between the Sudanese army and the RSF. Areas like South Kordofan and Darfur have been pivotal battlegrounds, leading to significant civilian casualties, widespread displacement, and humanitarian crises. The SPLM-N faction’s involvement further complicates the conflict, as allegations arise regarding targeting of civilian populations and infrastructure destruction.
The situation in Sudan is dire, with escalating violence resulting in substantial loss of life and widespread displacement. Civilian populations are bearing the brunt of the conflict, with urgent calls for an end to hostilities and restoration of peace. The international community is encouraged to take notice and support measures to safeguard the rights and lives of Sudanese citizens affected by the conflict.
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