The humanitarian situation in El Fasher, the capital of North Darfur State, is worsening. Older people, children, and women are the most affected as the Rapid Support Forces (RSF) continue to besiege the city from four directions.
RSF forces recently took control of the Abu Shouk camp and expelled displaced residents from their homes. Many families fled to the Ashlak neighborhood near the army headquarters, while others moved to outlying areas. These neighborhoods lack essential services, which has created even greater hardship for those already displaced.
Conditions inside El Fasher are now dire. Food supplies are running out, with only limited groceries left in shops. Access to clean water and healthcare is shrinking. A few charity kitchens still operate, but they cannot meet the overwhelming needs of thousands of displaced people and residents trapped under siege.
On 29 September 2025, an RSF drone strike hit a kitchen serving food to the needy. Several civilians were killed and others injured. Targeting a humanitarian site is a crime against humanity and a direct violation of international human rights law. Such attacks not only cause immediate casualties but also destroy essential lifelines for families struggling to survive.
The Darfur Network for Human Rights strongly condemns these violations. The Network rejects the deliberate targeting of civilians, especially older people, children, and women. These actions represent a grave assault on vulnerable groups.
The Network calls for:
- Swift international action to protect civilians in El Fasher.
- Accountability for those responsible for crimes against humanity.
- Unhindered humanitarian access to deliver food, medical care, and shelter.
The crisis in North Darfur is escalating. Without immediate intervention, communities already under siege will face even greater suffering. Protecting civilians and restoring access to basic needs must be treated as an urgent priority.