Sudanese police discovered eleven bodies in a well in Khartoum, attributing the killings to the Rapid Support Forces (RSF) paramilitary group. This incident follows the military’s clearance of the RSF from the area amidst ongoing conflict that has resulted in substantial casualties and humanitarian crisis across Sudan.
Sudanese authorities reported the recovery of eleven bodies from a well in Khartoum’s Fayhaa neighborhood over the weekend. This discovery occurred shortly after the military regained control of the area, previously dominated by the Rapid Support Forces (RSF) paramilitary group. Colonel Abdul-Rahanan Mohamed Hassan, head of the civil defense team, confirmed the various bodies found, including those of women and children, following reports from local residents.
According to police investigations, it is alleged that the RSF is responsible for the killings prior to their retreat from the area. With the military’s resurgence against the RSF, no comments have been released from the paramilitary group regarding these accusations. Local resident Afraa al-Hajj Omar provided testimony that highlighted the violence inflicted by RSF on the neighborhood, including robbery and torture.
Since the onset of conflict in April 2023, over 20,000 individuals are estimated to have lost their lives due to the escalating violence between the military and RSF. The conflict has resulted in massive displacement, with 14 million people forced from their homes and widespread famine conditions emerging. Atrocities associated with the fighting include sexual violence and ethnic killings, particularly in the Darfur region, raising serious concerns about war crimes.
The situation in Sudan remains dire as the military confronts the RSF amidst allegations of grave human rights violations. The recovery of bodies in Khartoum underscores the brutal nature of the conflict that has led to significant loss of life and humanitarian crises. Continued vigilance and accountability for such actions are imperative to restore peace and order in the region.
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