UN calls for immediate ceasefire in Sudan's al-Fashir
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The Assistant Secretary-General for Africa told the Security Council that the situation has also deteriorated elsewhere across the country.
Breakdown
- The United Nations has called for an immediate ceasefire in al-Fashir, North Darfur, after its capture by the Rapid Support Forces.
- There are widespread reports of atrocities committed against civilians by RSF fighters. 11s
- Al-Fashir's fall marks a significant shift in the security dynamics of the conflict. 47s
- Fighting has intensified in other regions, including Kordofan, where the RSF recently captured the city of Barra. 1m 7s
- The UN urges both parties to protect civilians and aid workers and to resume peace talks. 2m 8s