World10/1/2025BBC

Sudanese city under siege: 'My son's whole body is full of shrapnel'

Sudanese city under siege: 'My son's whole body is full of shrapnel'

The article describes the ongoing conflict in the Sudanese city of el-Fasher, where paramilitary forces are intensifying their offensive to gain full control. Civilians are bearing the brunt of the violence, with reports of shrapnel injuries and damage to homes and infrastructure. The article highlights the personal story of a woman whose son has been wounded, his "whole body full of shrapnel." The fighting has disrupted daily life, with residents forced to seek shelter and basic necessities becoming scarce. The article underscores the human cost of the conflict, with civilians caught in the crossfire and struggling to survive. It serves as a sobering reminder of the impact of armed violence on local populations, even as the larger political and military dynamics play out.

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