Thousands of people flee their homes as violence surges in Sudan’s Al-Jazirah state
The violence in Al-Jazirah is the latest escalation in Sudan’s civil war between the Sudanese Army and the RSF seeking for urgent resolution.
A surge in violence has occurred following the defection of an RSF commander to the Sudanese Army, resulting in intensified attacks. According to the Al-Jazirah Conference Group, over 500 villages have been evacuated, leading to the displacement of tens of thousands of people.
“Since the commander’s defection, the RSF has killed hundreds of people and besieged numerous villages,” said independent analyst Abdulmoniem Abu-Idrees. “These crimes demand urgent intervention. Without justice for the victims, the situation could fuel ethnic divisions.”
Efforts to mediate peace have so far failed. This week, a United Nations Security Council resolution aimed at protecting civilians and halting hostilities was vetoed by Russia, leaving little hope for immediate international intervention.
The ongoing conflict continues to expose civilians to horrific violence, including killings, torture, and sexual violence, while the absence of state protection exacerbates human rights violations.
“The recent attacks in Al-Jazirah have forced tens of thousands to flee,” said journalist Naba Mohideen, reporting from Port Sudan. “Families are desperate, with no end to the violence in sight.”
