Sudanese paramilitary forces are closing in on the last remaining capital in the western Darfur region, putting 800,000 lives at risk, the United Nations warned on Friday. The U.N. Secretary-General has urged the paramilitary forces and government troops to avoid further conflict in the North Darfur area.
The ongoing war in Sudan has led to a humanitarian crisis of epic proportions, with tens of thousands displaced and many suffering from malnutrition. The conflict, fueled by foreign weapons, has defied U.N. sanctions aimed at ending the violence.
The escalating tensions around El Fasher have already resulted in the displacement of 40,000 people and civilian casualties. Humanitarian access to the city has been cut off, leaving thousands stranded without life-saving supplies.
The U.N. is working to de-escalate the situation and ensure safe passage for civilians to leave the area. The conflict in Sudan has reignited memories of past atrocities in Darfur, with fears of war crimes and genocide resurfacing.
The Rapid Support Forces, originally formed from Janjaweed fighters, have been accused of brutal attacks on ethnic African civilians in Darfur. The International Criminal Court has raised concerns about potential war crimes and crimes against humanity in the region.
The situation in Sudan remains dire, with millions in need of assistance and millions more forced to flee their homes. The international community is closely monitoring the situation and calling for an end to the violence before more lives are lost.
