At least nine people were killed and 51 injured from artillery shelling in the town of Dilling in South Kordofan, Sudan. The attack was allegedly carried out by the Rapid Support Forces (RSF) and the Popular Movement led by El Hilu, as confirmed by the Sudan Doctors Network. The bombardment affected several areas including the residential neighbourhood of El Mak, the school district, and a large market, intensifying fears for further civilian casualties.

The Sudan Doctors Network has raised concerns about the ongoing shelling, which is reportedly targeting multiple residential neighborhoods, indicating the violence is unchecked and likely to escalate further. The injured persons were swiftly transferred to local health facilities for treatment amidst the chaotic situation. The circumstances highlight a dire humanitarian crisis along with the immediate need for medical assistance, which is increasingly becoming strained by the ongoing conflict.

This latest incident underscores the broader implications of the conflict in Sudan, especially in South Kordofan area, where civilian populations bear the brunt of military engagements. The attack has drawn condemnation from various quarters due to its targeting of non-combatant areas, raising alarms regarding international humanitarian law and the protection of civilians in armed conflicts. Making matters more complicated, the RSF has also claimed to have seized control of significant territories, further threatening stability in the region and worsening the violence against civilians.