On Sunday, a shelling by the RSF in Omdurman killed six civilians, including two children, and injured 36. The ongoing conflict, which started in April 2023, continues to escalate, with widespread devastation and millions displaced in Sudan.
A recent shelling incident by Sudan’s paramilitary Rapid Support Forces (RSF) in Omdurman resulted in the deaths of six civilians, including two children. Reports indicate that the attack occurred on Sunday, leaving 36 people injured, half of whom were children. This information was disclosed by an anonymous doctor citing security concerns. The Khartoum regional government confirmed that residential areas were targeted, with strikes hitting homes and a football field.
The conflict between the RSF and Sudan’s army has escalated since its inception in April 2023. The Sudanese army, having lost ground early on, has regained territory and now claims to be less than a kilometer from the presidential palace, previously occupied by the RSF.
The ongoing war has resulted in extensive destruction, claiming tens of thousands of lives and causing displacement for over 12 million people, marking it as the largest humanitarian crisis globally. In Khartoum alone, approximately 3.5 million individuals have been forced to migrate from their homes.
Sudan’s current situation is characterized by deep divisions, with the RSF exercising control over much of Darfur and parts of the south, while the army holds sway in the north and east. Recent military advancements in central Sudan and Khartoum have intensified the struggle for dominance in the capital.
The shelling in Omdurman underscores the tragic consequences of the ongoing conflict in Sudan, which has resulted in significant civilian casualties and widespread displacement. With their power struggle intensifying, both the RSF and Sudanese army continue to vie for control of vital regions, exacerbating an already dire humanitarian crisis that affects millions.
Original Source: newscentral.africa
