Recent artillery shelling in Kadugli, South Kordofan, has killed at least 40 and injured 70 others, predominantly civilians. The ongoing conflict in the region, driven by tensions between the Sudanese army and rebel factions like SPLM-N, continues to destabilize South Kordofan, deepening the humanitarian crisis and leading to heightened calls for peace.
A tragic incident involving artillery shelling in the South Kordofan capital, Kadugli, has resulted in the death of at least 40 individuals, with 70 others injured. This bombardment targeted a local market, primarily affecting civilians. Medical personnel confirmed the casualty figures, emphasizing the dire consequences of the violence, which occurred on Monday amidst growing tensions in the region.
South Kordofan has been a focal point of conflict involving the Sudanese army and various rebel factions since April 2023. The government forces, alongside the Sudanese army controlling Kadugli, are at war with paramilitary groups, most notably the Rapid Support Forces. The ongoing unrest is intensified by the refusal of Abdel Aziz al-Hilu’s faction of the Sudan People’s Liberation Movement-North (SPLM-N) to accept a peace agreement aimed at stabilizing the region. Governance in the area is under pressure as SPLM-N remains a major actor in the conflict, refusing to negotiate on the government’s terms, thereby perpetuating instability and humanitarian crises for civilians caught in the crossfire.
The recent artillery attack in Kadugli exemplifies the severe impact of ongoing civil tensions in South Sudan. With escalating violence between government forces and rebel groups like SPLM-N, civilian casualties continue to rise. There are urgent calls for peace to mitigate the humanitarian crisis exacerbated by the conflict, highlighting an urgent need for diplomatic interventions to stabilize the region.
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