As Pope Francis makes a heartfelt appeal for an end to the devastating war in Sudan, the tragic reality unfolds in Sudan’s western Darfur region where over 100 innocent civilians, including 20 children and a medical team, lose their lives in a brutal wave of attacks.
The Sudan conflict, which ignited in April 2023, continues to ravage the region as the Sudanese Armed Forces (SAF) clash with the Rapid Support Forces (RSF) in a relentless power struggle.
Since the conflict erupted, it has resulted in mass displacement, numerous fatalities, and a dire humanitarian crisis, leaving millions vulnerable to food insecurity.
Efforts at mediation have proven largely futile as the violence escalates.
Recently, the RSF, along with allied militias, launched a devastating assault on famine-stricken displacement camps in Darfur, claiming the lives of over 100 individuals, including children and aid workers.
The situation in Sudan remains dire, with the UN Office for the Coordination of Humanitarian Affairs (OCHA) sounding the alarm for urgent action to address the escalating crisis.
With more than half of the country’s population facing acute hunger and millions displaced, the humanitarian situation is catastrophic.
UN Resident and Humanitarian Coordinator for Sudan, Clementine Nkweta-Salami, described the situation as dire, emphasizing the urgent need for comprehensive humanitarian assistance.
As the conflict unfolds, the collapse of health services, disrupted education for children, and widespread sexual violence further compound the suffering of the Sudanese people.
Listen to the report by Nathan Morley
