The ICC has found substantial evidence indicating war crimes and crimes against humanity in Darfur, where ongoing conflicts have resulted in severe humanitarian crises and systemic violence, particularly against women and girls.
International Criminal Court Unveils Alarming War Crimes Evidence in Sudan's Darfur Region
International Criminal Court Unveils Alarming War Crimes Evidence in Sudan's Darfur Region
ICC Deputy Prosecutor reveals a dire humanitarian crisis with increasing war crimes linked to the ongoing civil war in Sudan.
The International Criminal Court (ICC) announced on Thursday its findings suggesting "reasonable grounds" to believe that war crimes and crimes against humanity are being perpetrated in Sudan’s troubled Darfur region as the country grapples with a devastating civil war.
The revelations come from the Deputy Prosecutor of the court, Nazhat Shameem Khan, who addressed the United Nations Security Council. She outlined the grave humanitarian crisis that has recently unfolded in the region, stating, "The humanitarian situation has reached an intolerable state." Khan elaborated on the abhorrent conditions civilians are facing, including shortages of water and food, as well as an alarming rise in the weaponization of rape and sexual violence.
Khan further outlined "an inescapable pattern" of sexual violence against women and girls, targeting them due to their gender and ethnicity. Although she did not pinpoint those responsible for these crimes, both factions involved in the ongoing civil war have faced accusations of committing atrocities from various international bodies such as the United Nations and the United States.
These troubling findings are the result of extensive investigations conducted by the ICC, which amassed approximately 7,000 pieces of evidence, including testimonials from victims. Investigators have actively engaged with affected communities, traveling to refugee camps in neighboring Chad to support those fleeing the violence in Darfur.
The civil war in Sudan erupted in April 2023, leading to unprecedented loss of life, displacing millions, and triggering widespread famine. As the conflict continues, the international community watches closely, calling for accountability and relief for those caught in the crossfire.
