A massive landslide in Sudan’s Darfur region has wiped out the village of Tarseen. More than 1,000 people are feared dead with only one survivor found. Aid efforts face major delays due to flooding, poor roads, and the ongoing civil war.
A Village Wiped Out
A devastating landslide triggered by days of heavy rain destroyed the village of Tarseen in Sudan’s Darfur region. Local reports suggest more than 1,000 people may have been killed, with only one survivor found.
Conflicting Death Toll Reports
The Sudan Liberation Movement/Army (SLM/A), which controls the area, confirmed that the death toll could exceed 1,000. However, UN officials reported at least 370 deaths, warning that the final figure could be much higher due to the region’s inaccessibility.
Humanitarian Challenges
Aid delivery remains a major challenge. UN officials explained that reaching the area requires traveling on dangerous, rain-flooded roads, making it nearly impossible to deliver emergency supplies quickly. Helicopters are not available, further delaying relief efforts.
Appeals for International Assistance
Darfur’s governor, Minni Minnawi, described the landslide as a humanitarian tragedy and urged international organizations to step in. The African Union also called for an immediate ceasefire between Sudan’s warring factions to allow aid to reach survivors.
Ongoing Conflict in Sudan
The disaster comes as Sudan continues to suffer from a brutal civil war between the Sudanese army and the paramilitary Rapid Support Forces (RSF). The conflict, which erupted in 2023, has displaced millions and left the nation on the brink of famine.
