Darfur Victims support Organization
Report on Bombing of SAF Kebkabiya City in north – December 9, 2024
December 14, 2024
Introduction
On Monday, December 9, 2024, the city of Kebkabiya, located in North Darfur State, was subjected to intense aerial bombardment by the Sudanese Armed Forces. This attack occurred amidst a protracted armed conflict, demonstrating a blatant disregard for international humanitarian law and the principles of civilian protection. This report aims to document the incident, analyze its humanitarian, social, and legal impacts, and provide urgent recommendations for addressing this atrocity.
Details of the Attack
Based on credible testimonies and eyewitness interview by DVSO accounts:
• Timing: The bombardment occurred between 12:00 PM and 1:00 PM, coinciding with the city’s busiest weekly market.
• Number of Strikes: Eight aerial strikes were launched in rapid succession.
• Targeted Areas: The central market, including the phone market and Columbia market, as well as residential neighborhoods such as Al-Rayyan, Al-Wahda, and Al-Salam.
Impacts and Consequences
1. Humanitarian Impact
• Human Losses: The attack resulted in dozens of fatalities, Apprxinates 42 victims identified thus far, including women and children. Efforts to ascertain the full extent of casualties are ongoing.
The name of victims:
1/ Alraseeh Abdallah
2/ Fatima Alshayp
3/ Asha Ahmed Abdalazize
4/ Aguda Abdalkhir Agulan
5/ Yousef hassuin
6/ Ahmed gokzi
7/ Khalil Easi
8/ Abdlnaser Sohgar
9/ Abdallah ibrahim
10/ Amgdi Mohammed Amgdi
11/ kana Adam Bahr
12/ Adam Ibrahim Aldoma
13/ Alraseeh hassan
14/ Mohammed Morsal
15/ Abubker Kafa
16/ Marwon Adam Abuker
17/ Ahmed hassn zayad
18/ Alsadig Adam Gadal
19/ Sadia Mohammed Hassan
20/ Child abeer
21/ Ishag Abdallah
22/ Abdalwahed Khalil
23/ Abuker Ishag
24/ Mohammed Ahmed Bakheet
25/ Mohammed Ismail
26/ Mubarak Adam
27/ Mohammed Abdalkreem
28/ Fatiha Adam Abdallah
29/ Tarteel
30/ Sagia
31/ Nasraldeen Hassan
32/ Mohommed Adam
34/ Omer Mohammed
35/ Easi Adam Easi
36/ Badran
37/ Nasraldeen hassin Gari
38/ Babikr hassin
• Material Damage: Extensive destruction of homes and shops was reported, with some victims’ bodies burned due to fires caused by the bombardment.
2. Psychological and Social Impact
• Mass Displacement: The bombardment forced residents to flee their homes, exacerbating the already severe displacement crisis in Darfur.
• Psychological Trauma: Survivors, particularly children, are deeply affected, experiencing trauma and fear of future attacks.
3. Legal Classification
This bombardment constitutes a flagrant violation of international humanitarian law and contravenes:
• The Principle of Distinction: Targeting civilians and civilian infrastructure is a clear breach of the obligation to distinguish between civilian and military objectives.
• The Principle of Proportionality: The use of force resulting in excessive harm compared to the anticipated military advantage is prohibited.
Recommendations
1. Initiate an International Investigation: Call upon the United Nations and human rights organizations to investigate the incident and hold those responsible accountable.
2. Provide International Protection: Urgently implement measures to safeguard civilians in Darfur, including the imposition of a no-fly zone.
3. Cease Hostilities: Pressure the warring parties to adhere to ceasefire agreements.
4. Ensure Humanitarian Assistance: Facilitate the delivery of aid to displaced and affected individuals.
5. Promote Legal Awareness: Work towards fostering a culture of respect for international humanitarian law among all parties.
6. Remove Military Presence: Demand that both the Sudanese Armed Forces and the Rapid Support Forces withdraw from civilian areas to prevent the use of civilians as human shields.
The tragedy in Kebkabiya represents a stark example of the severe violations of international humanitarian law endured by civilians in Sudan. The Darfur Victims support Organization calls on the international community to take urgent action to protect civilians and put an end to these ongoing violations, which are exacerbating the humanitarian crisis.
