Artillery Strike Rocks El Fasher as Civilian Deaths Mount
At least 13 civilians, including seven children and a pregnant woman, were killed in a devastating artillery strike by Sudan's Rapid Support Forces (RSF) in El Fasher on Monday, volunteer groups reported. 🚨 The attack left 19 others wounded, with fears of more casualties trapped under rubble.
‘War Crime’ Condemned
The Sudan Doctors Network called the bombardment of residential areas a 'full-fledged war crime,' urging global attention. Families scrambled to rescue loved ones as hospitals overflowed with victims. 💔
Conflict Context
El Fasher, capital of North Darfur State, has become a flashpoint in Sudan’s ongoing crisis. The RSF, a paramilitary group, has faced growing criticism for targeting civilians. Analysts warn the violence could worsen humanitarian conditions in the region.
🔍 Why it matters: Over 12 million people have been displaced in Sudan since 2023, per UN data. This attack highlights the urgent need for international intervention to protect vulnerable communities.
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Volunteer groups:13 civilians killed in RSF artillery strike in Sudan
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