Sudan’s Conflict, Into the Seventh Month: An Escalation In Hostilities and Continued Violations

As the conflict is almost seven months long, the country, Sudan, has been called “the worst humanitarian of our time” due to the conflict. Jeddah Talks have been reestablished, and the
Facilitators issued an official statement that, regardless of the talks, they have witnessed an
escalation of clashes, specifically in Darfur and West Kurdufan.

Reports have shown an increase in recent weeks in incredibly arbitrary and indiscriminate arrests,
while airstrikes and bombards have never stopped since the hostilities erupted back in mid-April. The
reports reflected the horrific human rights violations of the Sudanese people, especially the activists
belonging to the Resistance Committee’s operation in war-zone areas. Political members and activists
have reported being threatened, and all their concerts/events get canceled by the Intelligence
Officers; back in August, the Military Intelligence has canceled a public seminar organized by the
Communist Party in the Blue Nile State, arresting 30 people, including women.

The SAF claims to advocate for the safety of the Sudanese people, yet in SAF-controlled areas, they
have reported a record high of violations, and to this moment, several well-noted activists have been
detained in arbitrary arrests.

On the other hand, the Rapid Support Forces (RSF) has continued its “usual” violations, including
lootings, indiscriminate arrests, and Sexual violence. Last week, Internally Displaced Persons (IDPs)
located at Zalingei – West Kurdufan had multiple cases of sexual violence, and many homes were
looted, not to mention the thousands who fled due to the escalated battles near the IDP camp.

The Committee responsible for the violations of the RSF personnel continues its work. Still, many
view it as a responsive committee and call for more “authorizations” to be given.

Now, the attention is on Jeddah Talks with high hopes of both belligerents reaching a ceasefire,
allowing for humanitarian assistance to get those in need; last October, 42 Sudanese refugees died
due to starvation, diseases, and other inhuman situations the majority of the refugees are facing.