Sudan Conflict: UN Condemns RSF Attacks on Food Facilities
- The World Food Program (WFP) reported that its facilities in southwestern Sudan were struck by repeated shelling from the Rapid Support forces (RSF).
- Fighting has intensified in El-Fasher, the last major city in Darfur held by the Sudanese army.
- The ongoing conflict exacerbates an already dire humanitarian situation, with a severe cholera outbreak adding to the crisis.
The RSFS shelling of World Food Program facilities in Sudan has prompted urgent UN condemnation, as the conflict intensifies. El-Fasher, a critical humanitarian hub, is under siege, worsening an already catastrophic cholera outbreak. The health ministry reports surging infections and deaths due to the collapse of healthcare services, while new aid regulations threaten to further hinder relief efforts. News Directory 3 provides updates on the dire circumstances, with over 65,000 suspected cholera cases reported as August 2024. Aid workers express worry about a crackdown that could worsen the hunger crisis facing millions. international bodies are focused on ensuring safe access for aid. Discover what’s next for Sudan’s people and the critical aid operations needed to survive.
WFP Premises Shelled Amid Sudan Cholera Outbreak
Updated May 29, 2025
The World Food Program (WFP) reported that its facilities in southwestern Sudan were struck by repeated shelling from the Rapid Support forces (RSF). The UN agency expressed alarm, emphasizing that humanitarian operations should never be targeted.
Fighting has intensified in El-Fasher, the last major city in Darfur held by the Sudanese army. The RSF has been attempting to seize control of the city, a crucial humanitarian center, for over a year, launching frequent attacks despite international warnings.
The ongoing conflict exacerbates an already dire humanitarian situation, with a severe cholera outbreak adding to the crisis. The Health Ministry reported hundreds of new infections and dozens of deaths daily, highlighting the near-total collapse of health services in war zones.
Since August 2024, Sudan has reported over 65,000 suspected cholera cases and at least 1,700 deaths across 12 states. Khartoum alone has seen thousands of cases, including many among young children.
New regulations requiring relief initiatives to register with the Humanitarian Aid Commission (HAC) are raising concerns among aid workers. They fear these rules will lead to a crackdown on local volunteers, worsening the catastrophic hunger crisis affecting millions.
“Humanitarian staff, assets, operations and supplies should never be a target. This must stop now,” the World Food Programme said.
What’s next
The humanitarian situation in Sudan remains critical, with ongoing conflict, disease outbreaks, and restrictions on aid operations posing important challenges. International efforts are focused on securing safe access for aid workers and providing essential assistance to affected populations.