Saralnama260,000 people are trapped in el-Fasher, Sudan, as the Rapid Support Forces (RSF) continue their siege. The RSF has built 31 km of barriers around the city, making escape nearly impossible. Civilians face death if they try to leave. Those who attempt to flee must pay $300 and risk detention or killing. Food stocks are depleted, forcing families to survive on tree leaves or animal feed. Only five community kitchens remain, each feeding just 3,000 people daily. The UN reports that food convoys have been attacked by drones. Local volunteers are struggling to provide basic necessities. The siege, ongoing, has pushed el-Fasher to the brink of famine. (Updated 5 Sep 2025, 00:18 IST; source: link)
Key Points
- 260,000 people are trapped in el-Fasher, Sudan, as the Rapid Support Forces (RSF) continue their siege
- The RSF has built 31 km of barriers around the city, making escape nearly impossible
- Civilians face death if they try to leave