Sudan’s Darfur region has witnessed deadly attacks by the paramilitary Rapid Support Forces (RSF) this week. Reports confirm that approximately 1,500 civilians have been killed since Sunday. The violence escalated after Sudanese army forces withdrew from the city of Al-Fashir, leaving the RSF in control.
The Sudanese Armed Forces report nearly 2,000 deaths between Sunday and Wednesday, while the Sudan Doctors Network confirms about 1,500 fatalities. Humanitarian groups warn that the exact number is difficult to determine due to disrupted communications. Al-Fashir residents face extreme danger, with no safe evacuation routes available.
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The United Nations reports that more than 26,000 people have fled Al-Fashir in the past two days. Meanwhile, the International Organization for Migration says around 177,000 civilians remain trapped inside the city, exposed to ongoing attacks and widespread insecurity.
The violence has drawn international condemnation. At an emergency UN Security Council meeting, Assistant Secretary-General for Africa, Martha, described the situation as horrifying. She highlighted severe human rights violations in Al-Fashir and called for immediate measures to protect civilians.
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Sudan’s conflict has continued since April 2023 between government forces and private militias. Thousands have died, and nearly 12 million people have been displaced, creating one of the world’s largest humanitarian crises. Humanitarian agencies are calling for urgent intervention to prevent further bloodshed.