UN IOM Reports 5.8 Million Displaced Amidst Sudanese Armed Forces and Rapid Support Forces Conflict

The United Nations International Organisation for Migration (IOM) revealed in its latest update on Wednesday that a staggering 5.8 million people have been displaced both internally and externally due to the ongoing conflict between the Sudanese Armed Forces (SAF) and the paramilitary Rapid Support Forces (RSF).

According to the Displacement Tracking Matrix (DTM) Sudan, a total of 4,551,795 individuals have been internally displaced, highlighting the severe humanitarian crisis within the nation. Additionally, the conflict has led to mixed cross-border movements, forcing 1,237,103 individuals to seek refuge in neighboring countries including Egypt, Libya, Chad, Central African Republic, South Sudan, and Ethiopia.

The conflict, which has been raging since April 15, has caused widespread devastation in Khartoum and other areas. Official figures released by the Sudanese Health Ministry indicate a grim toll, with at least 3,000 reported deaths and over 6,000 injuries as a result of the clashes.

International organizations and humanitarian agencies are working tirelessly to provide aid and support to the displaced populations, but the situation remains dire. The UN IOM continues to monitor the evolving crisis closely, urging for immediate international attention and coordinated efforts to alleviate the suffering of millions caught in the crossfire.