MSF Suspends Operations in Sudan's Famine-Stricken Zamzam Camp

Medical charity MSF has halted its activities in Zamzam displacement camp in North Darfur, Sudan, citing increasing violence. Despite critical humanitarian needs, the security risks have forced MSF to close its field hospital, where 139 patients have recently been treated for gunshot and shrapnel wounds.

Medical charity Médecins Sans Frontières (MSF) announced on Monday the suspension of all its operations in Zamzam displacement camp in Sudan's North Darfur due to escalating violence and attacks in the area.

Amid severe famine and dire humanitarian needs, MSF has been forced to cease activities, including closing its field hospital, according to a statement from the organization.

In recent weeks, MSF teams have treated 139 individuals suffering from gunshot and shrapnel wounds, as violent clashes between the Sudanese army and the paramilitary Rapid Support Forces continue to endanger civilians and medical staff alike.