The Al-Jazeera Conference (a civil entity that monitors violations) said on Saturday, “The Rapid Support Forces continued their campaign of targeting civilians in large parts of Al-Jazeera State, which led to the killing of at least 31 people and the kidnapping of dozens.”
The entity noted that “the security and humanitarian conditions deteriorated significantly in the state during last October, after the commander of the Rapid Support Forces in the state, Abu Aqla Kikal, announced his defection and joining the army.”
“Sudan Tribune” newspaper stated, quoting a statement issued by the Al-Jazira Conference, that “a Rapid Support Force attacked, over a period of three days, the village of Amara Al-Banna in eastern Madani, which shelters large numbers of displaced people from the villages in the east of Al-Jazira, where eight of the displaced people and three citizens were killed.” The village.”
The statement indicated that “the force looted citizens’ property and spread terror among them, which led to a large displacement of residents from the village.”
In a second statement, the conference reported, based on eyewitnesses from the village of Wad Al-Sayed in the eastern Al-Jazeera locality, that “the Rapid Support killed 19 citizens, and an elderly woman died while fleeing on foot.”
The statement spoke of “the town’s residents fleeing towards the cities of New Halfa, Kassala State, eastern Sudan, and Shendi, River Nile State.”
The Al-Jazeera Conference stated that, “On Thursday, the Rapid Support Forces kidnapped 11 citizens from the city of Abu Ashar in Al-Hasahisa locality, north of Al-Jazeera State. The forces released two of them, while nine others are still detained. The Rapid Support Forces demanded a financial ransom for their release, which ranged from 3 – 10 million Sudanese pounds.”
The Al-Jazeera Conference says, “The systematic killings and forced displacement against defenseless civilians in Al-Jazeera State take a tribal and ethnic character, which can be described as crimes of ethnic cleansing and genocide against the citizens of the state.”
Source: Sudan Tribune newspaper
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**Interview with Dr. Amina Elhaj, Political Analyst on Sudanese Affairs**
**Interviewer:** Thank you for joining us today, Dr. Elhaj. The recent capture of el-Fula by the Rapid Support Forces (RSF) marks a significant development in the ongoing conflict in Sudan. Can you provide insight into the implications of this event?
**Dr. Elhaj:** Thank you for having me. The RSF’s capture of el-Fula, the capital of West Kordofan, is a critical turning point. This victory not only strengthens their foothold in the region but also poses a direct challenge to the Sudanese Armed Forces. The RSF has capitalized on the chaos and has been able to assert control over key locations, which is alarming for national stability.
**Interviewer:** Al Jazeera reported that the RSF has been targeting civilians with severe consequences. How does this fit into the broader narrative of violence in Sudan?
**Dr. Elhaj:** Tragically, the targeting of civilians is a grim reality in conflict zones, and the RSF’s actions in Al-Jazeera State underscore this. The recent reports of over 31 people killed and dozens kidnapped illustrate a deterioration in security and humanitarian conditions. This is not isolated; it reflects a systematic approach to instill fear and exert control over populations.
**Interviewer:** You mentioned a deterioration of security and humanitarian conditions. Can you elaborate on how this situation has evolved in recent months?
**Dr. Elhaj:** Absolutely. Following the defection of Abu Aqla Kikal, the RSF’s commander in Al-Jazeera in October, the situation spiraled further into violence. His defection likely created a power vacuum, resulting in increased instability and an escalating conflict. The RSF has taken advantage of this tumultuous period to assert dominance, leading to greater civilian suffering and displacement.
**Interviewer:** What can be expected in the near future regarding the RSF’s campaign and the response from the international community?
**Dr. Elhaj:** The RSF may intensify its operations as they aim to consolidate power. As for the international community, there is growing concern, but a decisive response has been lacking. Sanctions or diplomatic measures may be considered, but it often takes time for effective international action to materialize. Ultimately, the need for a unified response is crucial to halt further violations against civilians.
**Interviewer:** Thank you, Dr. Elhaj, for your valuable insights on this pressing issue in Sudan. We hope for a peaceful resolution soon.
**Dr. Elhaj:** Thank you for having me. Let’s hope for the safety and well-being of the affected populations.
