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El Fasher Under Siege: Sudan City Cut Off Amid Civil War
El Fasher, a significant city in Sudan’s Darfur region, has endured a year of near-isolation from the external world due to the nation’s ongoing civil conflict, now in its second year. This city represents the Sudanese military’s last substantial stronghold in Darfur against the paramilitary Rapid Support Forces (RSF).
Documenting Daily Life: Citizen Journalism in El Fasher
Despite the constrained environment, the BBC managed to establish contact and provide mobile phones to three residents within El Fasher – Mostafa, Hafiza, and Manahel. These individuals undertook the task of filming and documenting their daily existence amidst the conflict.
Footage Reveals Reality of Conflict
Across numerous video clips transmitted by the residents, the sounds of artillery fire and gun battles are frequently heard, painting a vivid picture of the security situation.
- Footage captured over several months.
- Shelling and gunfire audible in recordings.
- Provides insights into daily life during conflict.
Residents Flee Escalating Danger
The video recordings, obtained between August and November, provide a glimpse into life during this period. Ultimately, due to the escalating dangers and deteriorating circumstances within El Fasher, all three residents decided to evacuate the city.