Breaking News: El-Fasher Attack Leaves Dozens Dead
A devastating drone strike has hit a displacement shelter in el-Fasher, Sudan, killing dozens of civilians, including children and the elderly. According to reports from the Sudan Doctors Network, 57 people were killed, with at least 17 children among the victims.
Timeline of Events:
The attack occurred on [date] at approximately [time], targeting Dar al-Arqam camp within a university in el-Fasher.
The Rapid Support Forces (RSF) have denied involvement in the strike, but local activists and eyewitnesses point to their paramilitary forces as responsible.
Hospitals in el-Fasher are overwhelmed, with doctors treating wounded civilians on floors and in corridors.
Immediate Impact:
The attack has sent shockwaves through the besieged city of el-Fasher, where hundreds of thousands have been forced to flee due to ongoing conflict. The strike has further exacerbated the humanitarian crisis, straining already limited medical resources.
Background Context:
El-Fasher has been under siege by the RSF for 17 months, with civilians caught in the crossfire. The city's displacement shelters are overcrowded and understaffed, making them vulnerable to attacks like this one.
What Happens Next:
As the situation continues to unfold, international organizations and human rights groups are calling for an investigation into the attack. The Sudanese government has yet to comment on the incident, but local activists vow to continue documenting and exposing atrocities committed during the conflict.
*This story is developing. Information compiled from Bbc reporting.*
