"UN Sounds Alarm on Darfur's El-Obeid Amid Fears of Escalating Violence The United Nations has issued a stark warning of potential 'catastrophe' in the Sudanese city of el-Obeid, a major hub in the war-torn region of Darfur. The warning comes on the heels of a disturbing report detailing atrocities committed by the Rapid Support Forces (RSF) in el-Fasher last year, sparking concerns that the violence could spread to other areas. Human rights groups have long accused the RSF of human rights abuses, and the UN's warning suggests that the situation in el-Obeid could be on the brink of a devastating escalation. As tensions simmer in the region, the international community is watching closely to see how the situation unfolds."
UN warns of 'catastrophe' in el-Obeid after RSF atrocities in el-Fasher last year.