Conflict in Sudan results in 3,384 civilians deceased in the initial six months of 2025, as stated by United Nations reports
In the heart of Africa, Sudan is grappling with a violent conflict that has taken a heavy toll on its people and infrastructure. The United Nations High Commissioner for Human Rights, Volker Turk, has called the ongoing clashes between the Sudanese army and the Rapid Support Forces (RSF) a "forgotten war."
According to a recent report, the number of civilian casualties in Sudan between January 1 and June 30, 2024, stands at a staggering 3,384. However, the actual number of deaths is likely higher, with attacks on densely populated areas in North Darfur (near Al-Fashir), South Kordofan, and the capital Khartoum causing numerous civilian casualties, including many children.
The report, presented by Jeremy Laurence, spokesperson for the U.N. High Commissioner for Human Rights, during the weekly press briefing at the U.N. Office in Geneva, highlighted the deepening humanitarian crisis in Sudan. The fighting has severely damaged the country's infrastructure, health, education, and economy.
The crisis has displaced over 11 million people internally and caused nearly 4 million to seek refuge in neighbouring countries since April 15, 2023. Approximately 24.6 million people in Sudan face acute food insecurity, and 19 million lack access to safe water and sanitation.
The report detailed that 70% of the casualties resulted from attacks on densely populated areas. Between January and June 2024, the most civilians in Sudan were killed primarily in the regions of North Darfur (near Al-Fashir), South Kordofan, and near the capital Khartoum. The violence has included drone strikes, shelling of markets, and bombings.
The number of unlawful civilian deaths tripled between February and April in Sudan. Outside of direct conflict, at least 990 civilians were unlawfully killed in Sudan between January 1 and June 30, 2024.
On May 20, Sudan's army regained control of the capital Khartoum, while the RSF moved operations westward. Most deaths occurred in Darfur, Kordofan, and Khartoum, representing approximately 80% of all civilian fatalities documented in 2024.
The conflict in Sudan has also led to a cholera outbreak, adding to the already dire humanitarian situation. Turk urged immediate action to end the violence, ensure accountability, and provide unimpeded humanitarian aid.
As the violence continues, the people of Sudan face a daunting future. The international community must take notice and act to alleviate this forgotten war's suffering.
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