RED SEA STATE, Sudan: Sudanese paramilitary forces, known as the Rapid Support Forces (RSF), have been accused of killing at least 28 villagers in Um Adam, south of the capital Khartoum, according to a local doctors’ committee report on Sunday.
The RSF, commanded by former deputy Mohamed Hamdan Dagalo under army chief Abdel Fattah Al-Burhan, launched what was described as a “massacre” in Um Adam, leading to widespread casualties and injuries. The war between Sudan’s military and the RSF, which began last April, has inflicted immense suffering on the country’s population, with thousands killed and millions displaced.
Saturday’s attack left a trail of devastation, resulting in the deaths of 28 innocent villagers and leaving more than 240 individuals wounded, as reported by the Sudan Doctors Committee. The actual toll could be higher due to challenges in reaching health facilities and assessing the full extent of casualties amid ongoing conflict.
Health facilities in Sudan are already overwhelmed, with more than 70% out of service, exacerbating the humanitarian crisis. The shortage of medical supplies and personnel further complicates efforts to provide urgent care to the wounded.
The RSF’s aggressive tactics, including laying siege to and attacking entire villages, have contributed to the destruction of numerous settlements across the country. The UK-based Center for Information Resilience documented the destruction of at least 108 villages and settlements by March, highlighting the widespread impact of the conflict on Sudanese communities.
The ongoing war in Sudan has been characterized by allegations of war crimes, including targeting civilians, indiscriminate shelling of residential areas, looting, and obstructing aid efforts. The international community continues to monitor the situation closely, advocating for accountability and urgent action to mitigate further suffering in the region.
