A recent drone attack on the Saudi Hospital in el-Fasher, Sudan, resulted in the deaths of over 70 patients amidst the ongoing conflict between the Sudanese army and RSF fighters. The region’s healthcare facilities are facing dire threats, with many already out of service due to the violence. The humanitarian crisis continues to escalate as famine conditions worsen in displacement camps.
A devastating drone strike on Friday targeted the Saudi Hospital in el-Fasher, Darfur, resulting in the deaths of at least 30 patients in the emergency department. According to regional governor Mini Minawi, the attack claimed more than 70 lives, including women and children. This event highlights the ongoing violence in the region as the army clashes with the paramilitary Rapid Support Forces (RSF), who have been besieging the city since May.
El-Fasher, the state capital of North Darfur, has become a battleground between Sudan’s army and RSF fighters since April 2023. The RSF’s aggressive actions have led to a major humanitarian crisis. Medical facilities, particularly the Saudi Hospital, have endured numerous attacks, jeopardizing healthcare for the civilian population. Current estimates indicate that up to 80% of healthcare facilities across Sudan have ceased operations amid escalating conflicts and burgeoning famine.
The tragic drone attack on the hospital in el-Fasher underscores the severe humanitarian implications of the ongoing conflict in Sudan. With the local healthcare infrastructure severely compromised and rising casualties among civilians, the situation in Darfur has reached a critical juncture. Immediate international attention and intervention are imperative to alleviate the suffering and restore stability to the region.
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