The Sudan Conflict: Lives Torn Apart in an Unbearable Hell

Conditions in Sudan's capital, Khartoum, have worsened since the start of the civil war, and even those who managed to escape are struggling to survive. Abdul-Aziz Hussein, a teacher who stayed in Khartoum, did not expect the fighting between the army and paramilitary forces to last so long. He describes the area as being under siege, with constant fighting and the fear of death. Thousands of Sudanese people have been killed or injured in the crossfire. Hussein and his family are desperate to leave, but the fighting in their suburb is too intense. They are now facing a shortage of food, water, and electricity. Other areas in Sudan, including the western region of Darfur, are also experiencing severe problems with aid distribution, leading to a humanitarian crisis. The United Nations calls for a ceasefire to deliver aid and for a permanent end to hostilities. The situation is particularly dire for children, and if the war continues, it is predicted that the situation in Sudan will become catastrophic by the end of the year. Even those who escaped to Port Sudan are struggling to survive, with limited access to food and healthcare. Many refugees and displaced people from various nationalities are affected by the war. Aid workers have also faced security incidents and deaths. The UN is appealing to donors to support their efforts and for the parties involved to stop the violence.