Fears of new massacre in Sudan’s el-Obeid: What do we know?

"Civilian Lives Hang in the Balance as Sudan Conflict Escalates A humanitarian crisis is unfolding in Sudan as the Rapid Support Forces (RSF) launch a siege on the city of el-Obeid, leaving an estimated 500,000 civilians trapped in the crossfire. The situation has been further exacerbated by drone strikes and a stalled peace process, raising concerns of mass atrocities. As the conflict between the RSF and the Sudanese Armed Forces (SAF) intensifies, international organizations and human rights groups are warning of the devastating consequences for innocent civilians. With reports of escalating violence and civilian casualties, the international community is under pressure to act and prevent a humanitarian disaster."

As RSF troops besiege el-Obeid, 500,000 civilians face mass atrocities amid drone strikes and a stalled peace process.