Recent Violence in North Darfur: Civilians Casualties and Military Engagements

Violence in North Darfur has escalated, with artillery shelling resulting in 10 civilian deaths, including five children. The SAF has reported significant military activities against RSF, involving drone interceptions and targeted assaults. Concurrently, allegations against RSF of attacking villages and civilian properties have emerged, contributing to the regional unrest.

Recent artillery shelling in the North Darfur capital of El Fasher has resulted in the tragic deaths of ten civilians, including five children, according to the Sudanese Armed Forces (SAF). The escalating violence has involved severe exchanges of artillery fire and drone strikes among the warring factions. Additionally, four women sustained serious injuries amidst the ongoing conflict, sparking anxiety among local residents.

The SAF’s 6th Infantry Division reported successful interceptions of drone attacks, claiming the downing of seven drones out of approximately 40 launched toward El Fasher. They highlighted the significance of controlling the proliferation of unmanned aerial vehicles as a critical concern. The armed forces also noted their involvement in recent military operations that targeted Rapid Support Forces (RSF) positions and achieved progress in the battles for control.

On Tuesday, the SAF announced the RSF had shelled El Fasher with 37 artillery rounds, resulting in civilian casualties and injuries. The armed forces asserted their defensive actions included shooting down several drones directed at strategically significant sites within the city. This clash of forces comes amid ongoing military operations, with reports of assaults on RSF locations and destruction of their assets reported from multiple fronts.

In a further military engagement, artillery from the 6th Infantry Division effectively targeted an RSF supply convoy, neutralizing weapon systems and resulted in casualties among RSF combatants. Alongside these maneuvers, special forces reported successful security operations that confiscated enemy vehicles and thwarted attempts to infiltrate government positions.

Reports also indicate escalating violence by the RSF against villages near Tawila, with allegations of assaults that resulted in civilian deaths, looting, and property destruction. The Sudan Liberation Movement (SLM) has accused the RSF of instigating these attacks and requested further clarification from SAF and RSF regarding ongoing actions, although past responses have been scarce.

In conclusion, the recent shelling in El Fasher and the confrontations between the SAF and RSF emphasize the escalating violence in North Darfur, highlighting the grim toll on civilians. The reported military engagements reflect a complex situation with ongoing hostilities and increased tension among local populations. As the conflict persists, calls for accountability and control over unmanned aerial systems grow louder, reflecting the need for a strategic resolution to the violence changing the landscape of the region.

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