- Sudan faces dire humanitarian crisis
- People are fleeing the fighting in drove
- Over 55,000 individuals have reportedly escaped
Sudan is in the throes of a dire humanitarian crisis, declared the worst hunger and displacement situation globally, according to the International Rescue Committee’s (IRC) country director, Eatizaz Yousif.
Escalating Conflict:
- Fourteen months of war between the Sudanese army and paramilitary forces known as the RSF have caused widespread devastation.
Displacement Crisis:
- People are fleeing the fighting in droves, with safe havens becoming increasingly scarce.
- Over 55,000 individuals have reportedly escaped the Sinja region in recent weeks alone.
Mounting Casualties:
- Tens of thousands of lives have been tragically lost across the country since the conflict began in April 2023.
Eatizaz Yousif’s Perspective:
- Yousif, interviewed on Perspective, highlighted the severity of the crisis and the urgent need for international assistance.
