Today in Focus The attack on Zamzam refugee camp and what it means for the Sudan war
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May 1, 2025 
Kaamil Ahmed, a Guardian journalist specializing in global development, sheds light on the recent brutal assault on the Zamzam refugee camp by the Rapid Support Forces. He discusses the staggering humanitarian crisis facing nearly 700,000 displaced individuals amidst the ongoing conflict in Sudan. The conversation reveals the RSF's ambitions for control in Darfur, driven by resource exploitation. Ahmed also emphasizes the emotional toll on residents and the urgent need for global awareness to address the escalating violence and suffering.
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Altahir Hashim's Camp Experience
- Altahir Hashim shared how Zamzam camp transformed from a bare place to a small city before its destruction.
- His family faced brutal attacks, and the camp was burned to the ground by RSF forces.
Zamzam's Role in Sudan's Civil War
- Sudan's civil war involves the Sudanese army and the Rapid Support Forces (RSF), causing massive displacement and famine.
- Zamzam camp grew as a refuge for those fleeing violence, especially from ethnic targeting by militias.
Satellite Evidence of Attack
- Satellite imagery revealed RSF military presence and destruction in Zamzam even during communication blackouts.
- The attack involved shelling, racial slurs, and burning homes, causing chaos and mass displacement.