Sudan Air Strike Causes ‘Horrific Massacre’ in Darfur Market

Sudan’s military has been accused of carrying out an air strike on a marketplace. The recent Sudan air strike  in the western region of Darfur which more than 100 people were reported to have been killed, has been reported by BBC News Africa. The devastating air strike in a bustling market in Darfur, Sudan, has left a trail of death and destruction, sparking widespread outrage and condemnation. The attack, which occurred on 10th December, 2024, is believed to have been carried out by the Sudanese military, targeting a crowded marketplace in the town of Kabkabiya.

Eyewitnesses describe the scene as a “horrific massacre,” with bodies scattered everywhere and the sounds of screams and wailing filling the air. The exact number of casualties is still unknown, but reports suggest that dozens of people have been killed and many more injured.

The air strike is the latest in a series of violent attacks to hit Darfur, a region that has been plagued by conflict and humanitarian crises for over two decades. The conflict in Darfur began in 2003, when rebel groups took up arms against the Sudanese government, accusing it of marginalizing the region and its people.

The international community has condemned the air strike, with many calling for an immediate investigation into the incident. The United Nations has expressed its “deep concern” over the attack, while the African Union has called for “calm and restraint” in the region.

Sudanese Government Denies Responsibility

The Sudanese government has denied any involvement in the air strike, blaming rebel groups for the attack. However, eyewitnesses and human rights groups have disputed this claim, saying that the attack was carried out by the Sudanese military.

The Sudanese government has a history of denying responsibility for human rights abuses in Darfur, despite overwhelming evidence to the contrary. The government has been accused of using aerial bombardments, including the use of barrel bombs and cluster munitions, to target civilian populations in Darfur.

Humanitarian Crisis Deepens

The air strike has exacerbated the already dire humanitarian situation in Darfur. The region is home to over 2.5 million internally displaced persons (IDPs), many of whom are living in squalid conditions in camps and makeshift settlements.

The attack has also disrupted the delivery of humanitarian aid to the region, leaving thousands of people without access to essential services such as food, water, and healthcare.

International Community Urged to Act

The international community has been urged to take immediate action to address the humanitarian crisis in Darfur and to hold those responsible for the air strike accountable.

Human rights groups have called for an independent investigation into the attack, as well as for the Sudanese government to be held accountable for its actions.

The United Nations Security Council has been urged to take action to protect civilians in Darfur and to ensure that those responsible for the air strike are brought to justice.

As the situation in Darfur continues to deteriorate, it is clear that urgent action is needed to address the humanitarian crisis and to hold those responsible for human rights abuses accountable. The international community must act now to prevent further suffering and to ensure that justice is served.

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