The ongoing conflict in Sudan between the army and the Rapid Support Forces (RSF) has seen a surge in violence, leading to significant civilian casualties over the past two days. Reports from officials, activists, and rights groups confirm a rising death toll in areas such as North Darfur and Greater Khartoum.
On Monday, an airstrike targeted a crowded market in Kabkabiya, a town encircled by RSF forces in North Darfur. This attack reportedly killed over 100 people, including women and children, and left hundreds injured, according to Emergency Lawyers, a rights group. The Sudanese army denied involvement, asserting its right to target RSF military zones.
Meanwhile, in Omdurman on Tuesday, the RSF launched heavy artillery against army-held positions. Governor Ahmed Othman Hamza labeled the incident a “massacre,” highlighting an attack on a passenger bus that resulted in 22 fatalities. A local hospital in Omdurman reported treating numerous casualties from the assault.
The violence extended to other areas as well, with the RSF allegedly shelling the Zamzam displacement camp in North Darfur, killing five people, and a drone explosion in North Kordofan claiming six lives.
The conflict, rooted in a power struggle between the army and RSF since April 2023, has displaced millions, fueled a massive hunger crisis, and prompted thousands to flee to neighboring South Sudan. Both parties have been accused of war crimes, including targeting civilians.