Authorities in Sudan unearthed 11 bodies from a well in Khartoum, allegedly disposed of by the Rapid Support Forces amid escalating violence. Local reports indicate ongoing brutality by the RSF, contributing to over 20,000 deaths and widespread displacement in the region. The military’s offensive against the RSF marks a critical phase in the ongoing conflict, drawing attention to severe humanitarian crises.
Sudanese authorities reported the discovery of 11 bodies in a well located in Khartoum’s Fayhaa neighborhood on Saturday, shortly after military forces ousted the paramilitary group known as the Rapid Support Forces (RSF) from the area. Col. Abdul-Rahanan Mohamed Hassan, head of the civil defense team, stated that this search was prompted by community alerts concerning a corpse found in the well.
The identities of the victims, which include women and children, suggest they may have been killed by the RSF, who allegedly disposed of the bodies during their control of the region. The military’s restoration of order in Khartoum and Omdurman is part of a larger offensive against the RSF and follows recent escalations of violence.
Afraa al-Hajj Omar, a local resident, described experiences of brutality at the hands of the RSF, alleging killings and bodies left unattended on city streets. The ongoing conflict has resulted in over 20,000 fatalities, potentially more, while displacing more than 14 million individuals and contributing to famine conditions across Sudan.
Reports highlight the immediate humanitarian crisis worsened by the conflict, with urban areas like Khartoum suffering devastating impacts involving mass violence and violations categorized as war crimes. International bodies such as the United Nations are closely monitoring these developments as military operations against the RSF intensify.
The discovery of multiple bodies in a well in Khartoum underscores the grim reality of the ongoing conflict and the atrocities committed by the RSF. With thousands dead and millions displaced, the situation continues to deteriorate, raising concerns and prompting international attention toward humanitarian needs and accountability for crimes against humanity. As the military regains control, the need for a viable resolution to the conflict remains urgent.
Original Source: www.genocidewatch.com
