Chaos in Darfur: Hospital Attack Amidst Civil War

A deadly attack by gunmen on a hospital in Sudan's Darfur region has left at least 460 dead. The incident, attributed to the Rapid Support Forces, marks a new phase in the ongoing war with the military. The violence has displaced millions and exacerbated humanitarian crises across the country.


Devdiscourse News Desk | Geneva | Updated: 01-11-2025 00:36 IST | Created: 01-11-2025 00:36 IST
Chaos in Darfur: Hospital Attack Amidst Civil War
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A devastating attack at a hospital in Sudan's Darfur region has reportedly claimed the lives of at least 460 individuals, as gunmen struck in several waves. The World Health Organization highlighted the abduction of medical staff before gunmen executed patients and people seeking shelter within the hospital premises.

This massacre occurred during the Rapid Support Forces' takeover of el-Fasher, marking a significant chapter in the two-year civil war with Sudan's military. Reports indicate widespread civilian casualties and assaults, with many details still unclear. The UN notes over 40,000 fatalities thus far, although aid agencies argue actual numbers are likely higher.

The humanitarian situation continues to deteriorate, with famine declared in parts of Darfur. Despite sporadic communications, stories of mass displacements and killings circulate, painting a grim picture of life in the conflict zone. Survivors reaching refugee camps carry tales of harrowing escapes, revealing the sobering reality faced by millions.

(With inputs from agencies.)

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