United Nations: The United Nations and its humanitarian partners have strongly condemned the escalating violence and attacks on civilians in Sudan’s besieged El Fasher. The UN condemnation El Fasher attacks in Sudan have drawn international attention. They warned that the humanitarian crisis in North Darfur is worsening rapidly.
In a joint statement, the UN Office for the Coordination of Humanitarian Affairs (OCHA) denounced the Rapid Support Forces (RSF) for carrying out targeted assaults. These assaults are on civilians, aid workers, and essential infrastructure. This has intensified UN condemnation of El Fasher attacks in Sudan.
“We are horrified by credible reports of summary executions, attacks on escape routes, and widespread sexual violence against women and girls,” OCHA said.
The UN Human Rights Office has documented nearly 1,850 civilian deaths in North Darfur this year. This includes about 1,350 in El Fasher alone. The ongoing crisis has led to further UN condemnation of El Fasher attacks, highlighting the dire situation in Sudan. Officials cautioned that the real toll could be higher due to disrupted communication. Also, limited access contributes to the uncertainty.
Local aid workers, who have been sustaining relief operations during 18 months of siege, remain at extreme risk. Several have been detained or killed. Despite these dangers, humanitarian teams continue to support families fleeing toward Tawila and nearby areas.
The UN Refugee Agency (UNHCR) said access to El Fasher remains blocked, intensifying shortages of food, medicine, and shelter. Meanwhile, the UN condemnation of El Fasher attacks in Sudan underscores the urgent need for international intervention.
“We urgently need safe humanitarian corridors and protection for civilians,” the agency emphasized.
OCHA reiterated calls for an immediate ceasefire, protection of civilians, and unrestricted humanitarian access. It also urged the global community not to ignore the worsening crisis. Moreover, they pressed for increased funding for life-saving aid and women-led initiatives.
“Civilians must be protected, hostilities must stop, and humanitarian aid must flow freely,” said UN Spokesperson Stephane Dujarric.
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