A Sudanese war monitor has reported that the military conducted an air strike on a market in the western Darfur region, resulting in the deaths of hundreds of people. This incident, which occurred on Monday, has been described as a “horrific massacre” by the Emergency Lawyers group, which tracks abuses in Sudan’s ongoing civil war that began in April 2023.
- Military accused of killing hundreds in Darfur
- RSF claims bombing was a "horrific massacre"
- Civilian casualties rising in Sudan's conflict
- 12 million displaced since war began
- UN reports widespread famine and food insecurity
- Sudan labeled as world's worst humanitarian crisis
The conflict in Sudan has escalated significantly since April 2023, leading to widespread violence and civilian casualties. The bombing of Tur’rah market, located approximately 35 kilometers north of el-Fasher, has been marked as one of the deadliest single attacks in the ongoing war. Reports indicate that both the Sudanese armed forces and the Rapid Support Forces (RSF) have been involved in shelling civilian areas, contributing to the humanitarian crisis.
Key facts regarding the situation include:
- Over 12 million Sudanese have been displaced since the conflict began.
- Famine and high levels of food insecurity are prevalent, affecting more than half of the population.
- Estimates suggest at least 150,000 fatalities due to the fighting.
Videos shared on social media depict the aftermath of the air strike, showing destroyed market stalls and bodies. The RSF has been accused of committing atrocities, including ethnic cleansing, while the military maintains that it targets only military objectives. The United Nations has labeled the situation in Sudan as the world’s worst humanitarian crisis, emphasizing the urgent need for international attention and assistance.
The air strike on Tur’rah market underscores the severe impact of the ongoing conflict in Sudan. With increasing civilian casualties and a deteriorating humanitarian situation, the need for a resolution to the conflict is more pressing than ever.
