The United Nations stated on Tuesday that increasing assaults on bridges, highways, and additional civilian facilities in Sudan are hindering aid efforts and exposing residents to greater danger.
A caution has emerged following reported nighttime blasts targeting the vital Ardamata bridge in West Darfur province, with hostilities persisting between the Sudanese Army (SAF) and their ex-allies, the Rapid Support Forces (RSF). Both factions have been engaged in conflict over dominance of the nation since April 2023.
The bridge connects the city of El Geneina to regions close to the border with neighboring Chad. It is a essential corridor for trade movement and aid deliveries entering the Darfur region.
Rainy season concerns
The circumstances were highlighted even more in South Kordofan state, where two major bridges on the route connecting the towns of Kadugli and Dilling were said to have been damaged during the weekend.
The arrival of the rainy season has hindered the movement of civilians and humanitarian efforts, according to UN Deputy Spokesperson Farhan Haq, who informed journalists in New York.
" Humanitarian allies caution that no feasible alternate paths will remain available once the rainy season begins. ," he said.
Insecurity and attacks
At the same time, aid efforts along the Geneina-Zalingei route connecting Western and Central Darfur have restarted following a short interruption on Monday caused by safety concerns and increasing conflicts between communities. Nevertheless, movement continues to be unstable.
The highway serves as an essential passage for delivering aid supplies from Chad into Darfur and the Kordofan regions.
Unmanned aerial vehicle operations are also impacting various regions of Sudan, where Over 30 million individuals across the country need urgent aid. .
A drone allegedly fell on Tuesday in Omdurman, within the Khartoum region, as several attacks were noted in Dilling the day before.
Mr. Haq restated the United Nations' appeal to all involved sides to safeguard citizens and civil facilities, as well as ensure swift, secure, unobstructed, and continuous humanitarian aid delivery.
Impacts in Chad
A high-ranking United Nations representative discussed the impact of the conflict in Sudan on Chad. a briefing to the Security Council regarding advancements throughout the Central African area.
"Having entered its fourth year, the conflict in Sudan has had an undeniable effect on Chad," Martha Pobee, Assistant Secretary-General for Africa, stated to envoys on Tuesday.
The arrival of almost one million Sudanese refugees – along with approximately 300,000 returning Chadians – has created substantial pressure on available resources.
She stated, 'Frequent transboundary attacks and drone bombings at Chad's military posts could lead to an expansion of the conflict across regions.'
Once more, we urge all partners to enhance their efforts in resolving the conflict in Sudan and to support Chad in managing the effects of the crisis.
WHO response
The United Nations World Health Organization ( WHO ) also highlighted the significant strain that refugee influxes have imposed on weak healthcare systems and facilities in Chad.
The WHO remains engaged with government officials and collaborators to enhance disaster relief efforts, assist healthcare professionals at the front lines, and expand availability of critical medical services.
"From urgent medical aid to mental health and psychological support, unity and collaborative efforts continue to be essential," the organization stated. tweeted .
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