Nabaa Sudan – The Sudanese Observatory for Human Rights said an investigation spanning approximately 18 months concluded that the Rapid Support Forces (RSF) militia poisoned water sources in Al-Hilaliya and neighbouring villages in Al-Gezira State using highly toxic pesticides, resulting in the deaths of more than 1,900 civilians, according to the investigation’s findings.
The Observatory said the poisoning occurred after the area was placed under siege. Laboratory tests of water samples from a well indicated the presence of chemical compounds, including ammonium and arsenic.
The investigation identified two field commanders, Al-Obeid Suleiman, known as Abu Shotal, and Ahmed Adam, known as Gujja, as among those responsible for supervising and carrying out the operation.
The Observatory said victims were buried in mass graves in Al-Hilaliya, Wad Abu Saleh and Om Dawwanban. It called for an independent international investigation, examination of the samples and evidence, and accountability for those responsible.
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