Devastating Drone and Artillery Strikes Kill at Least 60 in Sudan Displacement Camp
In a horrific incident, drone and artillery strikes by Sudan's Rapid Support Forces (RSF) paramilitaries have killed at least 60 people, including children, women, and the elderly, at a displacement shelter in El Fasher, western Sudan. The attack, which hit the Dar al-Arqam shelter twice with drones and eight times with artillery shells, has been described as a "massacre" by local activists who are calling for international intervention.
According to the resistance committee for El Fasher, the RSF paramilitary group carried out the strikes on the displacement center in the besieged city of El Fasher. The city has been under siege for over 500 days, leaving civilians trapped and vulnerable to attacks. "This is a clear indication that the RSF is deliberately targeting civilians," said a spokesperson for the resistance committee.
The incident highlights the escalating humanitarian crisis in Sudan's besieged city of El Fasher. Local activists have reported widespread destruction and loss of life due to the ongoing siege, which has left thousands of people without access to basic necessities like food, water, and medical care. "We are witnessing a humanitarian catastrophe unfold before our eyes," said a local activist who wished to remain anonymous.
The attack on the Dar al-Arqam shelter is not an isolated incident. According to reports from the United Nations High Commissioner for Refugees (UNHCR), there have been numerous attacks on displacement camps and shelters in Sudan, resulting in significant loss of life and property. "We are deeply concerned about the safety and security of civilians in Sudan," said a spokesperson for the UNHCR.
The international community has condemned the attack and is calling for an immediate end to the siege. The United States, European Union, and other countries have issued statements urging the Sudanese government to protect civilians and respect human rights. "We demand that the Sudanese authorities take immediate action to prevent further attacks on civilians," said a spokesperson for the US Department of State.
As the situation in El Fasher continues to deteriorate, local activists are calling for international intervention to bring an end to the siege and protect civilians. "We need the world's attention now more than ever," said a spokesperson for the resistance committee. "We will not rest until our people are safe and free from persecution."
The current status of the situation in El Fasher is dire, with thousands of people trapped under siege and facing severe humanitarian challenges. The international community must act swiftly to address this crisis and prevent further loss of life.
Sources:
Resistance Committee for El Fasher
United Nations High Commissioner for Refugees (UNHCR)
US Department of State
This story was compiled from reports by The Guardian and The Guardian.
