At least 24 boys, 11 girls and two pregnant women would have been among the victims of violence, which occurred during the weekend in the communities of the city of Bara, including the villages of Shag Alnom and Hilat Hamid.
Unicef Fear that with dozens of more injured and still very disappeared, the number of victims of children could increase more.
“A complete contempt for human life”
“These attacks are an outrage,” said executive director Catherine Russell a declaration issued Tuesday.
“They represent a terrifying escalation of violence and a complete contempt for human life, international humanitarian law and the most fundamental principles of humanity.”
The former allies have become rivals – the Sudanese armed forces (SAF) and the paramilitary support forces (RSF) – have been fighting for control of the country since April 2023 and the fights have recently intensified in the Kordofan region which includes three states.
Put an end to violence now
“UNICEF condemns attacks in the strongest possible terms,” said Russell.
It called on all parties to end violence immediately and to maintain their obligations under international law, including international humanitarian law, as well as the principles of distinction, proportionality and precaution.
The head of UNICEF stressed that civilians – especially children – should never be targeted. In addition, all alleged violations must be the subject of an independent investigation and those responsible for accounting.
“” Impunity cannot be tolerated for violations of international law, especially when children’s life is at stake“She said.
Ms. Russell extended the agency’s largest condolences to the families of the victims and to any person affected by this heinous violence.
“” No child should never live such horrors“She said.” The violence against children is unacceptable and must end now. »»
Originally published at Almouwatin.com
