Colombian Mercenaries Identified Fighting for RSF in Sudan's El Fasher
FRANCE 24 EnglishSeptember 5, 20253 min4,508 views
7 connectionsΒ·11 entities in this videoβHumanitarian Crisis in El Fasher
- π El Fasher, the capital of North Darfur, is facing a deepening humanitarian disaster, remaining the last army stronghold under siege for over a year.
- π Residents are struggling with daily survival, facing famine and a complete lack of commercial or humanitarian aid due to the siege by Rapid Support Forces (RSF).
- β οΈ A convoy attempting to bring aid to El Fasher in June was attacked, resulting in burnt trucks and at least five deaths.
Colombian Mercenaries in Sudan
- π¨π΄ Recent reports and images reveal Colombian mercenaries have joined the fighting, supporting the RSF.
- π Evidence emerged when a mercenary killed in combat was found carrying a Colombian ID, with further evidence found on their phones.
- νλ ¨ These mercenaries have been observed training RSF recruits, including how to use advanced weapons, drones, and combat tactics.
- π They are reportedly training individuals gathered from Sudan, Chad, Libya, and other locations.
Impact on Civilians and Calls for Aid
- π₯ Civilians in El Fasher are suffering from acute hunger and a severe lack of essential goods.
- π A spokesperson from the Zamzam displaced person's camp is calling on the international community for increased assistance to the besieged city.
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