At least 44 people were killed in shelling attacks in Kadugli, South Kordofan, allegedly by the SPLA-North. Fighting has intensified recently, contributing to a humanitarian crisis. Governor Ibrahim condemned the attack, promising military action against the SPLA-North, which has cut off access to essential supplies. Hospitals are treating the wounded amid growing concerns for civilian safety and resources.
At least 44 individuals died and many more were injured due to shelling attacks on Monday in Kadugli, the state capital of South Kordofan, as reported by the state health minister. Jawaher Ahmed Suleiman attributed the strikes to the Sudan People’s Liberation Army (SPLA-North), which targeted both a market and nearby residential areas. The escalation of hostilities in South Kordofan has become more pronounced recently.
On January 15, SPLA-North accused the Sudanese army of assaults on its positions near the city of Dilling, claiming they also violated human rights by committing abuses against local civilians. Governor Mohamed Ibrahim condemned the recent shelling as an attempt to undermine the region’s stability and pledged to maintain military operations aimed at clearing the surrounding mountainous areas of SPLA forces.
Medical sources confirmed that dozens of artillery shells were fired from SPLA-North positions, impacting residential districts, temporary shelters, and the market. Kadugli is currently under siege, with the SPLA-North controlling access to the main route to Dilling, leaving the city isolated from North Kordofan. This has led to significant humanitarian issues, including severe shortages of food and medical supplies.
Separately, Colonel Faisal Mukhtar from the army’s 14th Infantry Division claimed government troops had reclaimed SPLA-North strongholds east of Kadugli, which had been used to launch civilian-targeted assaults. He emphasized the commitment of government forces to continue their operations against the SPLA-North.
South Kordofan state has been witnessing increasing military confrontations, particularly between the Sudan government forces and the SPLA-North. The SPLA-North controls significant areas around Kadugli and continues to target civilian infrastructure, exacerbating the humanitarian crisis. The state has seen past conflicts related to resource control and governance, leading to protracted violence and instability.
The ongoing military conflict in South Kordofan, especially the recent shelling in Kadugli, highlights the severe humanitarian crises and rising fatalities in the region. With the SPLA-North’s fortified positions leading to civilian suffering, the Sudanese military’s planned operations intend to restore control and eliminate threats to Kadugli’s safety.
Original Source: sudantribune.com
