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| Sudanese airstrikes in Nyala target RSF sites, causing civilian casualties |
| 2023-12-16 |
| [SUDANTRIBUNE] Sudanese army warplanes launched a series of airstrikes on Thursday, targeting several military locations of the paramilitary forces in Nyala, the capital of South Darfur state. The airstrikes, which are the first after the Rapid Support Forces (RSF) gained control of the city, reportedly resulted in civilian casualties and property damage. The RSF took over the command of the 16th Infantry Division of the Sudanese army on October 26, effectively consolidating their control over South Darfur. This development followed fierce fighting that forced a significant portion of Nyala’s residents to flee. Despite a lull in military operations over the past month, many neighbourhoods in central Nyala remain devoid of residents. A statement issued by the RSF’s spokesperson accused the Sudanese army of carrying out a “brutal massacre” by bombing Nyala, causing the deaths and injuries of dozens of civilians and the destruction of their homes. The statement further alleged that the Sudanese army deliberately targeted civilians in an attempt to displace them. Military sources, also speaking to Sudan Tribune, claimed that the airstrike was aimed at gathering sites of RSF fighters who were preparing to be deployed to military operations in Khartoum and North Darfur state. They estimated the number of these fighters to be around 6,000. Related: Nyala: 2023-12-04 SLM-Abdel Wahid forces seize RSF camp in South Darfur Nyala: 2023-11-24 At least 40 civilians killed in El Daein by Sudanese warplanes Nyala: 2023-10-06 Sudanese army repels major attack by RSF in South Darfur Related: South Darfur: 2023-12-09 Air strike in North Kordofan claims lives, forces displacement South Darfur: 2023-12-09 East African force begins withdrawal from DRC South Darfur: 2023-12-07 RSF allege Sudanese army bombed Khartoum oil refinery Related: Rapid Support Forces: 2023-12-13 Sudan's foreign minister rejects Chad's demand for apology Rapid Support Forces: 2023-12-13 Sudanese army attack on Red Cross convoy kills two people in Khartoum Rapid Support Forces: 2023-12-11 Sudan orders expulsion of 15 Emirati diplomats in retaliation for UAE's move |
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