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Fears for thousands as RSF advances on key Sudanese city
International leaders warn of an imminent attack as Rapid Support Forces advance on a major Sudanese city where thousands of civilians shelter.
International leaders have issued urgent warnings over the safety of thousands of civilians sheltering in a key Sudanese city, as rival Rapid Support Forces continue their advance.
According to reporting from international wire agencies, there are growing fears that the paramilitary group is preparing to launch a major assault on the location. The city has become a critical refuge for displaced people seeking safety from the ongoing conflict, leaving families with virtually no safe options if the fighting escalates.
Aid agencies and global monitors have warned that a direct attack on the densely populated hub could lead to mass casualties. There are widespread concerns that further atrocities could be committed against the civilian population if the advance continues.
Currently, details regarding the exact positioning of the advancing fighters remain limited, and the precise timeline of any potential offensive has not been confirmed. However, observers warn that those trapped inside the city have effectively been cut off from viable escape routes.
The ongoing war in Sudan, which broke out between the national army and the Rapid Support Forces, has already displaced millions of people and triggered a severe humanitarian crisis. Independent observers have repeatedly warned of widespread human rights violations across various regions of the country.
International diplomatic efforts are reportedly underway to pressure the combatants to halt the advance and protect civilian lives, though no formal agreements have been announced.
Watch for whether international diplomatic pressure can halt the paramilitary advance before a full-scale assault begins.
This report draws on original reporting by Wire report.
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