On the evening of January 1, 2025, at approximately 10:00 PM, the Sudanese Armed Forces (SAF) conducted airstrikes on Nyala City, South Darfur, killing five members of a single family and injuring three others in the Taiba neighborhood. This tragic incident is the latest example of the increasing dangers faced by civilians in the ongoing conflict.

Eyewitnesses reported that multiple homes in Taiba were destroyed in five air raids. The neighborhood, they confirmed, had no military presence or ties to the Rapid Support Forces (RSF), raising serious concerns about the indiscriminate targeting of residential areas. The strikes also targeted Nyala International Airport, the Kashlingo entrance south of the city, and several other areas, leaving widespread destruction and fear in their wake.

The civilian impact of these attacks cannot be overstated. Families in Nyala are bearing the brunt of the violence, with homes—places meant to provide safety—turned into sites of devastation. Such acts not only violate international humanitarian law but also underscore the urgent need to prioritize the protection of innocent lives in conflict zones.

This airstrike is a stark reminder of the escalating violence in South Darfur and the dire need for immediate attention to the region’s humanitarian crisis. The people of Nyala deserve safety and security, not the constant threat of destruction and loss.

As the conflict continues, we call on the global community to remain vigilant and steadfast in monitoring the situation in Darfur, ensuring that those responsible for such acts are held accountable. The voices of victims and the stories of communities like Taiba must not go unheard—they are a rallying cry for justice and peace.