A recent RSF shelling in El Fasher resulted in 10 deaths and 23 injuries. The Sudanese Armed Forces reported the use of artillery against civilian areas. This attack reflects the intensified conflict in Sudan, which has claimed thousands of lives and displaced millions since April 2023.
In El Fasher, North Darfur State, a recent shelling incident by the paramilitary Rapid Support Forces (RSF) resulted in the deaths of at least 10 individuals and injuries to 23 others. The Sudanese Armed Forces (SAF) reported that the RSF targeted residential neighborhoods and a shelter center, utilizing 37 rounds of 120-mm artillery. Among the deceased was a three-year-old girl, and multiple victims suffered severe injuries requiring medical treatment.
The RSF also deployed drones aiming for strategic locations within El Fasher, although the army’s air defense successfully intercepted these aircraft. The recent attack occurs amidst ongoing skirmishes between the SAF and the RSF, which have escalated significantly since May 10 of the previous year.
Since mid-April 2023, Sudan has been ensnared in a tragic conflict between the SAF and the RSF, resulting in over 29,683 fatalities as reported by the Armed Conflict Location and Event Data. In addition, estimates from the International Organization for Migration indicate that more than 15 million individuals have been displaced due to the conflict, both within Sudan and across its borders.
The shelling in El Fasher by the RSF highlights the ongoing violence and instability in Sudan, which has resulted in significant civilian casualties and widespread displacement. The situation remains dire as the conflict between the SAF and RSF continues to escalate, raising urgent concerns for humanitarian assistance and protection of the populace.
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