The RSF has intensified its attack on Zamzam camp in North Darfur, prompting calls for protective measures from officials and MSF. With severe civilian casualties reported and humanitarian conditions deteriorating, the situation requires immediate international intervention and support for the displaced. MSF also stresses the need to safeguard medical personnel and facilities amidst escalating violence.
The Rapid Support Forces (RSF) have renewed their assault on the Zamzam camp for displaced persons in North Darfur. This attack has prompted the governor, Minni Arko Minawi, to urge those capable of bearing arms to join in defending the displaced population. Médecins Sans Frontières (MSF) has issued an urgent call for the protection of civilians caught in the violence.
On Tuesday, RSF forces launched a violent offensive against the camp, committing serious abuses, destroying market facilities, and looting valuables from residents. The assailants were eventually repelled by the combined efforts of the army, Joint Force, and Popular Resistance.
Governor Minawi emphasized the need for armed individuals to assist in protecting displaced persons from the ongoing brutality of the RSF militia. Eyewitness reports indicate that significant explosions and fires have been ongoing in the camp, as thousands flee towards El Fasher, many sustaining injuries in the process.
The Coordination of Displaced Persons and Refugees in Darfur has condemned the attack, describing it as a massacre perpetrated by the RSF. Their spokesman, Adam Regal, stated that the camp’s streets resemble scenes of carnage, filled with blood and devastation, while families endure extreme terror and helplessness.
Minawi’s statement highlights the urgency to halt these criminal acts by calling for international intervention and imposing sanctions on perpetrators. He urged humanitarian organizations to spotlight the atrocities and deliver necessary aid.
Displaced individuals fear that control of the Zamzam camp by RSF could lead to ethnic cleansing or genocide, similar to previous events in Geneina. The RSF claims residents are affiliated with hostile forces, used as a pretext for their aggressive actions.
MSF has called for all armed factions in Sudan to spare civilians, emphasizing the importance of protecting medical personnel and facilities amid escalating violence. They expressed grave concerns regarding the safety of civilians and staff in Zamzam.
The MSF hospital has reported an influx of patients, with a tragic recent death toll, and stressed they lack essential trauma surgery capabilities. Furthermore, access to alternative treatment facilities is hindered by intense clashes.
MSF reiterated the necessity to allow civilians safe evacuation routes and demanded all factions respect medical staff and health facilities, seeking immediate humanitarian assistance for the affected individuals.
The ongoing violence in Sudan, particularly at the Zamzam camp, has led to severe humanitarian consequences, necessitating urgent intervention. The RSF’s aggressive tactics pose a significant threat to civilians, leading to widespread distress among the displaced. Calls from officials and organizations emphasize the need for protection and resources to address the immediate needs of those affected.
Original Source: sudantribune.com
