Paramilitary Attack in Omdurman Market Kills Dozens in Sudan

On Saturday, February 1, 2025, a brutal assault by Sudan’s paramilitary Rapid Support Forces (RSF) on a popular market in Omdurman left at least 54 people dead and 158 others wounded, according to the Sudanese Ministry of Health. The attack took place in the Sabrein Market, a bustling commercial hub in the city.

A Rising Death Toll Amidst Ongoing Conflict

This devastating strike comes amid a prolonged war between the Sudanese army and the RSF, which broke out in April 2023. The conflict was triggered by disputes over the integration of the two forces, and since then, it has claimed tens of thousands of lives, displaced millions, and pushed half of the population into hunger.

War and Humanitarian Crisis

The RSF has been accused of a range of atrocities throughout the conflict, including murder, sexual violence, and other war crimes. These actions have led to widespread international condemnation and calls for accountability. Meanwhile, Sudan’s infrastructure continues to collapse, with medical facilities decimated, leaving the population without adequate care.

The International Response and Sanctions

In response to the ongoing violence, the United States recently imposed sanctions on RSF leader Mohamed Hamdan Dagalo, accusing the group of committing genocide. However, the international response to the Sudan crisis has been criticized for its slowness and lack of attention.

“Paramilitary Attack in Omdurman Market Kills Dozens in Sudan”