Rising Death Toll in Sudan: Rapid Support Forces Attack on Jalingi Village
In a devastating escalation of violence in Sudan, 80 people have been reported dead following an attack by the Rapid Support Forces (RSF) on the village of Jalingi in Sinnar state. Medical sources confirmed that the assault occurred on Thursday, leading to dozens of injuries, with many victims in critical condition. Eyewitness accounts describe a harrowing scene where armed gunmen arrived in multiple vehicles, initially retreating only to return with reinforcements to unleash a barrage of gunfire on the village.
The aftermath of this attack has left many families mourning, as residents reported that attackers not only opened fire but also burned homes, leaving some bodies exposed for hours. This incident is part of a larger pattern of violence attributed to the RSF, which has been accused of committing multiple massacres in Sudan, including a previous attack in June that resulted in the deaths of 180 civilians in the village of Wad Al Noura.
Ongoing Conflict and Humanitarian Crisis in Sudan
Since the outbreak of conflict in April 2023, Sudan has witnessed a catastrophic humanitarian crisis, with the United Nations estimating that around 15,000 people have lost their lives and over 10 million have been displaced. The RSF, which controls significant territories in Sinnar, Al-Jazira, and other regions, has been at the center of these violent confrontations against the Sudanese army. With the situation deteriorating rapidly, the international community is urged to respond to the escalating violence and humanitarian needs of the Sudanese people.
- The RSF has been implicated in numerous attacks against civilians, raising alarms about potential war crimes. The Sudanese government has been vocal in its condemnation, labeling the RSF's actions as massacres. The humanitarian situation in Sudan continues to worsen, with many areas lacking essential services and support as the conflict rages on.
