The ongoing conflict in Sudan took another tragic turn as paramilitary Rapid Support Forces (RSF) launched a deadly attack on residential areas in El Fasher, the capital of North Darfur State. The Sudanese Armed Forces (SAF) reported that at least 10 civilians, including a three-year-old girl, were killed, while 23 others sustained injuries. The attack involved heavy shelling using 120-mm artillery, targeting not only residential neighborhoods but also a shelter center, further exacerbating the humanitarian crisis in the region. Survivors with serious injuries were rushed to nearby medical facilities, though the scale of destruction has left many in distress.

According to SAF officials, the RSF also deployed drones aimed at key military and civilian sites in El Fasher. However, the Sudanese army claims to have successfully intercepted and destroyed these aerial threats. Despite the SAF’s countermeasures, the relentless clashes between the two forces, which have been ongoing since May 2023, continue to devastate civilian populations. The paramilitary faction has not issued any official statement regarding this recent attack, but international observers fear that the escalating violence could push Sudan further into chaos. The United Nations estimates that since the conflict erupted in April 2023, over 29,600 lives have been lost, and more than 15 million people have been displaced, both internally and across borders.

The humanitarian crisis in Sudan is worsening as essential resources become scarce and violence spreads to more regions. Thousands of displaced families are struggling to find safety, while medical facilities are overwhelmed with casualties. International aid organizations have repeatedly called for an immediate ceasefire and humanitarian assistance to prevent further loss of life. However, with no resolution in sight, Sudan remains on the brink of collapse, with civilians bearing the brunt of the power struggle between the SAF and RSF. The global community continues to monitor the situation, but without decisive intervention, the suffering of Sudan’s people is likely to intensify.