Sudan: El Fasher and Abu Shouk Camp – a Call to Stop Attacks On Civilians, Allow Safe Passage and Aid

Port Sudan — Statement by the United Nations Resident and Humanitarian Coordinator a.i. in Sudan, Sheldon Yett

I am appalled by reports of a large-scale attack on the El Fasher area, the besieged capital of North Darfur State, including the Abu Shouk displacement camp, yesterday. Once again, civilians are paying the highest price in this conflict.

The attack has been attributed to fighters from the Rapid Support Forces (RSF), with local sources reporting that at least 40 civilians have been…