Feb 11 β€’ 07:20 UTC πŸ‡ΆπŸ‡¦ Qatar Al Jazeera

A child killed and dozens injured in a Rapid Support Forces shelling of a Quran memorization center in North Kordofan

A child was killed and dozens injured following a drone strike by Rapid Support Forces on a Quran memorization center in North Kordofan, Sudan.

A tragic event occurred in North Kordofan, Sudan, where a drone strike conducted by Rapid Support Forces targeted a Quran memorization center, resulting in the death of a child and injuries to many others. This incident was confirmed by military sources affiliated with the Sudanese Armed Forces, indicating the rising tensions and conflicts in the region. The attack aligns with recent escalations between the Sudanese army and Rapid Support Forces, particularly near the strategic town of Bara in Northern Kordofan.

The ongoing confrontations have amplified recently, with clashes erupting around various locales in North Kordofan, as the Sudanese army reportedly launched air strikes targeting the Rapid Support Forces' positions. A spokesperson for the Sudanese army stated that their units successfully destroyed several enemy drones and their systems. This conflict has resulted in increased displacement in the region, highlighting the humanitarian crisis unfolding amidst the military confrontations.

According to the International Organization for Migration, over 115,000 individuals have been displaced from the three Kordofan states (North, South, and West) between late October and early February due to the escalating violence. The organization detailed that these displaced people are spread across 75 areas, underscoring the widespread impact of the ongoing conflict on local communities and the urgent need for humanitarian assistance in the affected regions.

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