Seven civilians have reportedly died in an airstrike by the Sudanese Armed Forces in Umm Kuraydim, North Kordofan, during clashes with the Rapid Support Forces. The National Umma Party condemned these actions as war crimes, calling for humanitarian assistance. The ongoing conflict between SAF and RSF continues to escalate, with significant implications for civilian safety.
Recent reports indicate that seven civilians were killed in an airstrike conducted by the Sudanese Armed Forces (SAF) in the town of Umm Kuraydim, located north of El Obeid in North Kordofan. This attack occurred concurrently with the advance of the Rapid Support Forces (RSF) in the region, raising concerns about the safety of civilians.
The opposition National Umma Party (NUP) has condemned the bombing, stating, “The bombing killed seven civilians, and injured a number of others, some of whom were targeted by the RSF with gunfire in flagrant violation of international humanitarian law.” They criticize the SAF’s indiscriminate bombing and the RSF’s military actions, declaring that these actions amount to war crimes.
The NUP emphasized that the airstrikes targeted a civilian area devoid of military significance, endangering lives and inducing widespread panic. They have called for the establishment of safe humanitarian corridors to facilitate urgent assistance for affected populations throughout the country.
Current updates from Radio Dabanga suggest ongoing military engagements, with the SAF attacking Bara in efforts to disrupt RSF communications from Khartoum to the Kordofan and Darfur regions. Recently, RSF forces claimed victory over an SAF unit near Bara, amid escalating conflict that includes the SAF’s capture of Um Rawaba and El Rahad, as well as efforts to alleviate the siege on El Obeid.
In conclusion, the recent airstrikes by the Sudanese Armed Forces resulted in civilian casualties and highlighted the escalation of conflict in North Kordofan. The National Umma Party’s condemnation of the military actions presents a serious concern about adherence to international humanitarian law. Immediate action is urged to establish humanitarian corridors to aid victims caught in the conflict.
Original Source: www.dabangasudan.org
