The civilians are said to have been killed in the state of Al Jazirah south of the capital Khartoum. The violence in the state has increased recently.
At least 120 civilians were killed in the village of Al Hilaliya, according to the authorities. Sudan’s foreign minister refers to it as a massacre.
Some are said to have been killed with firearms, while others died as a result of food poisoning or a lack of medical help.
The siege of the village has been going on for two weeks, according to witnesses. After the militia sacked the village, they locked residents inside mosques, according to a medical organization in Sudan. They then demanded huge ransom sums to release them.
The RSF militia accuses Sudan’s army of having killed more than 60 civilians in an airstrike against a refugee camp in North Darfur. Several hundred are also said to be injured, according to a spokesperson from RSF.
A primary school that was used to house more than 35 displaced families is said to have been destroyed in the city of Al-Kuma, the spokesperson on Telegram said.
The civil war in Sudan broke out in April last year. Tens of thousands have been killed, and over 14 million people have since been forced to flee.
The war is mainly between the RSF militia and Sudan’s army, which previously cooperated and which together seized power in the country and halted a democratization process.
Both the Sudanese army and the RSF are accused of widespread killings, torture and abuse of the civilian population.
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**Interview with Dr. Amina Hassan, Sudanese Human Rights Activist**
**Interviewer:** Dr. Hassan, thank you for joining us today. Recent reports indicate a sharp rise in violence in Al Jazirah, with authorities claiming at least 120 civilians were killed in Al Hilaliya. How does this incident reflect the larger context of the civil war in Sudan?
**Dr. Amina Hassan:** Thank you for having me. The tragic events in Al Hilaliya are indeed a reflection of the alarming brutality that has become commonplace in the ongoing civil conflict. The reported massacre underscores the severe humanitarian crisis that has persisted since the war began in April last year. Both the RSF militia and the Sudanese army have shown a blatant disregard for civilian lives, and these actions are indicative of a systemic strategy to instill fear and control.
**Interviewer:** Witnesses recount that the militia not only killed civilians but also locked them in mosques and demanded ransom for their release. What does this say about the nature of aggression being faced by Sudanese citizens?
**Dr. Amina Hassan:** It speaks volumes about the dehumanization that’s rampant in this conflict. The use of places of worship as sites for such horrendous actions highlights a disturbing level of brutality and exploitation. Ransom demands turn a humanitarian crisis into a grotesque profit-making scheme, all while citizens are left in abject peril.
**Interviewer:** The RSF also accused the Sudanese army of killing civilians in an airstrike on a refugee camp. With both factions blaming each other, how can the international community address accountability in such a chaotic situation?
**Dr. Amina Hassan:** It’s critical for the international community to not only condemn these actions but also to establish mechanisms for accountability. Independent investigations are vital to gather evidence of the atrocities committed by both sides, and this data should be used to hold leaders responsible for war crimes. Additionally, pressure must be applied for humanitarian access to ensure that aid reaches those trapped in violence.
**Interviewer:** with so many displaced and tens of thousands dead, what message do you think this sends to the world about the nature of conflict and intervention?
**Dr. Amina Hassan:** This brutal conflict serves as a stark reminder of the urgent need for proactive and compassionate intervention. The human cost is immense, and it challenges us to rethink our responses to such crises. Can we ignore what is happening, or is it time for the global community to stand up for the victims and push for tangible change in Sudan? This is a debate worth having, as our moral obligation to protect human rights is at stake.
**Interviewer:** Thank you, Dr. Hassan. Your insights are invaluable as we continue to confront these pressing issues.
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What are your thoughts on the effectiveness of international intervention in conflicts like Sudan? Could more decisive actions lead to a resolution, or would they potentially escalate the violence further? Let’s engage in this critical conversation. #Sudan #CivilWar #HumanRights
