Red Cross: The use of heavy weapons in El Fasher will lead to catastrophic consequences

May 24, 2024 (PEN) The International Committee of the Red Cross said that the city of El Fasher is home to hundreds of thousands of people, and that the use of heavy weapons in the city would have catastrophic consequences for the population and basic infrastructure.

The committee stated that parties involved in the fighting should refrain from clashes in urban areas, adding that protecting civilians and maintaining civilian infrastructure should be a top priority.