The Resistance Committees of Al-Hoosh in South Al-Gazira State have accused the paramilitary Rapid Support Forces (RSF) of storming Al-Hoosh city and its surrounding areas this week, leading to the deaths and injuries of numerous civilians.
In a statement obtained by Radio Tamazuj, the Al-Hoosh Resistance Committees confirmed that dozens of civilians were killed, and their bodies were reportedly dumped inside the Al-Hoosh branch of the Holy Quran University. Additionally, bodies of slain citizens were found in the streets.
The statement holds the RSF responsible for killing civilians, terrorizing the population, kidnapping young people, and looting various facilities including the market, the Agricultural Bank branch, the electricity office, and several others.
Bakri Iskander, a member of the Al-Hoosh Resistance Committees, informed Radio Tamazuj that the RSF’s incursion into Al-Hoosh resulted in the deaths of 30 citizens and the injury of more than 25 others, who were subsequently taken to Al-Managil for treatment.
Iskander further explained that thousands of citizens have fled their homes to Al-Managil under dire circumstances. He expressed concern that the displaced population is living in critical conditions and is being entirely neglected by the Al-Jazeera State government.
Sadiq Mohammed Osman, the head of the civilian administration in Al-Gazira State, who is aligned with the RSF, has acknowledged the severe violations committed against the residents of Al-Hoosh. Osman attributed these violations to rogue elements within the RSF, the Sudanese Armed Forces (SAF), and armed movements.
He promised to address these rogue elements with a force already formed to protect civilians. “These civilian protection forces will begin their operations soon,” he added.
On Wednesday, military warplanes launched airstrikes targeting RSF gatherings in Mahla and Al-Talha areas, east of Al-Managil city.
Since 15 April 2023, Sudan has been riven by war between the army, led by Abdel-Fattah al-Burhan, and his former deputy, Mohamed Hamdan Daglo, who commands the paramilitary Rapid Support Forces (RSF).
The overall conflict has killed tens of thousands, including up to 15,000 in a single West Darfur town, according to United Nations experts.
More than 8.8 million people fled their homes since fighting erupted between the Sudanese army and the RSF.