Sudanese political parties, including the “Coordination of Civil Democratic Forces” (Taqaddam), condemned recent air and artillery strikes over the past four days that killed around 500 people.
The attacks involved Sudanese military air raids on Al-Hasahisa, Hamra Al-Sheikh in North Kordofan, and Kutum and Mellit in North Darfur, while the Rapid Support Forces (RSF) shelled Al-Hitana in North Omdurman. These political groups have called for urgent international intervention to stop the violations. The army claims to target RSF gatherings, while the RSF says it is attacking military units.
The humanitarian crisis in Sudan has significantly worsened since the conflict erupted in April 2023 between the Sudanese Armed Forces (SAF) and the paramilitary Rapid Support Forces (RSF). The fighting has led to over 15,500 deaths and 9.5 million people displaced, including 7.3 million internally. The violence has caused severe food insecurity, with around 18 million people facing acute hunger and five million at risk of famine. Ethnic violence, particularly in Darfur, and continuous attacks on civilians have exacerbated the crisis, while humanitarian aid remains underfunded and access limited due to insecurity.
Humanitarian workers and civilians are under threat, with infrastructure such as healthcare and water facilities being severely damaged. In places like El Fasher, Darfur, and Greater Khartoum, bombardments have been relentless, targeting densely populated areas. The lack of sufficient aid and widespread displacement have left millions struggling to access essential resources, while ongoing violence makes relief efforts challenging. The international community continues to call for a ceasefire to alleviate civilian suffering.
