Recent RSF shelling in Khartoum killed at least five individuals during evening prayers. This incident coincides with the Sudanese army’s military efforts to reclaim control of the capital. The prolonged conflict has deeply affected the humanitarian situation, displacing millions and resulting in significant casualties.
The recent shelling by the paramilitary Rapid Support Forces (RSF) in eastern Khartoum resulted in at least five fatalities and numerous injuries during evening prayers at a local mosque, according to a Sudanese pro-democracy lawyers’ group. This incident occurred amidst the Sudanese army’s efforts to regain full control of the capital following significant military offensives.
This event marks the second instance of attacks on civilians following the RSF’s loss of central Khartoum, including the presidential palace, during a government army assault. Reports indicate that artillery bombardments by the RSF also targeted Omdurman, Khartoum’s twin city, claiming the lives of three civilians.
In a statement to the AFP news agency, army spokesman Nabil Abdallah announced that the Sudanese military has secured critical locations, including the headquarters of the central bank, effectively challenging the RSF’s position amidst ongoing conflict.
The RSF continues to fortify its control in the west, establishing a parallel governmental framework, although such governance is unlikely to receive broad international acknowledgment. The ongoing strife, which commenced in April 2023, has precipitated a humanitarian crisis resulting in tens of thousands of deaths and the displacement of over 12 million individuals.
In summary, the recent RSF shelling in Khartoum has resulted in civilian casualties amid increasing military confrontations between the Sudanese army and the RSF. The conflict’s escalating violence has left the nation in dire humanitarian conditions, affecting millions. Continued advances by the Sudanese army highlight an ongoing struggle for control that poses significant challenges for both civilians and governing authorities seeking stability in the region.
Original Source: www.aljazeera.com
