Amnesty International Accuses Rapid Support Forces of Human Rights Violations
Amnesty International has recently reported that the Rapid Support Forces (RSF) have engaged in a series of revenge attacks in Al-Jazeera State, located south of Khartoum, Sudan. These attacks have resulted in widespread human rights violations, including killings, looting, and incidents of sexual violence. The organization has condemned these actions and called for an immediate cessation of all indiscriminate assaults on civilians.
The violence has reportedly escalated over the past week, affecting multiple towns such as Tambool, Rufaa, Hilaliya, Al-Sariha, and Al-Aziba. Eyewitness accounts detail horrifying scenes where individuals were killed in their homes and public spaces, with properties—including markets and hospitals—being looted. Amnesty International has urged all parties involved in the conflict to respect the United Nations' arms embargo on Darfur and to halt any military support that may exacerbate the situation.
Eyewitness Accounts Highlight the Human Toll
Victims and their families have shared devastating stories of loss and uncertainty. One relative recounted the tragic deaths of their 42-year-old cousin and three other family members during an RSF attack in Tambool, illustrating the profound impact of the violence on civilian lives. Many families are left in despair, with some reporting that their loved ones have gone missing amidst the chaos. The United Nations has documented at least 25 cases of sexual violence in various villages within the East Gezira locality, further emphasizing the urgent need for humanitarian intervention.
Calls for Humanitarian Assistance and Safe Passage
In light of the escalating violence, Amnesty International has called on all nations contributing to the conflict to cease supplying weapons and to ensure that civilians can safely escape conflict zones. The organization stresses the importance of facilitating humanitarian assistance without discrimination, highlighting the plight of those caught in the crossfire of the ongoing conflict in Sudan. The situation remains dire, and the need for international attention and action is more critical than ever.
