Survivors of the recent RSF assault on el-Fasher, the capital of Sudan’s North Darfur state, have shared harrowing testimonies of the violence they endured. Ezzeldin Hassan Musa, now seeking refuge in Tawila, described witnessing the murder and torture of men attempting to flee the city, stating, “We saw people murdered in front of us. We saw people being beaten.” He recounted being beaten with sticks and having his belongings stolen. Many who escaped el-Fasher, a city besieged for 18 months, are women and children, travelling for days on foot with minimal resources. Ahmed Ismail Ibrahim, who was shot three times, described how RSF fighters killed four of his six companions before letting the survivors go. Yusra Ibrahim Mohamed fled after her husband, a soldier, was killed in the conflict, recounting scenes of dead bodies in the streets and the constant threat of violence. Medical personnel in Tawila are overwhelmed, treating numerous wounded individuals, many suffering from amputations and severe malnutrition. Aid workers express deep concern about the low number of people reaching safety, fearing many remain trapped between el-Fasher and safer locations due to insecurity and ongoing attacks. Survivors appeal for secured routes and humanitarian aid for those still in critical condition.
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