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North Darfur Siege: 1 Million Face Famine and Violence

9/16/2025

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North Darfur is experiencing a humanitarian crisis due to a 16-month siege by the Rapid Support Forces (RSF), causing violence and displacement.
Al Fashir is severely blockaded, with nearly 1 million people at risk of famine amid daily shelling.
The last hospital has been bombed over 30 times, limiting medical care for malnourished children.
Reports of torture and gender-based violence are widespread, condemned by the UN as terror tactics.
Approximately 260,000 people, including many children, are trapped in dire conditions, with aid efforts hindered by violence.

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Story summary

North Darfur is experiencing a humanitarian crisis due to a 16-month siege by the Rapid Support Forces (RSF), causing violence and displacement.
Al Fashir is severely blockaded, with nearly 1 million people at risk of famine amid daily shelling.
The last hospital has been bombed over 30 times, limiting medical care for malnourished children.
Reports of torture and gender-based violence are widespread, condemned by the UN as terror tactics.
Approximately 260,000 people, including many children, are trapped in dire conditions, with aid efforts hindered by violence.