UN Warns of Imminent Attack on al-Fashir, Sudan
The United Nations has issued a stark warning as the Rapid Support Forces encircle al-Fashir, the last major city in North Darfur not under their control.
- The UN has expressed grave concerns over a potential imminent attack on al-Fashir, home to 800,000, predicting devastating consequences for civilians.
- Civilians remain trapped in al-Fashir amid escalating violence, with reports of severe shortages in essential supplies and humanitarian aid.
- The Sudanese Armed Forces are also positioning themselves, raising fears of intensifying conflict.
- Over 25 million people in Sudan require humanitarian aid, with the ongoing conflict displacing millions and causing widespread destruction.
- International efforts to mediate and provide relief are hindered by security concerns and restricted access to affected areas.