has killed at least 370 people. UN figures are cautious due to difficult access; rescue teams have recovered nine bodies so far, and authorities believe the death toll could be higher. The land is hard to reach, especially amid ongoing heavy rains, rough terrain, and limited resources. The SLM/A, which controls the area, had initially suggested up to 1,000 deaths, a figure defended by its leader Abdel Wahid Mohamed al-Nur who noted that many people had moved to a safer area during the civil conflict and stressed the urgent need for rescue and humanitarian aid, as well as the psychological impact on survivors. UN deputy humanitarian coordinator Antoine Gérard and acting UN Resident and Humanitarian Coordinator Luca Renda said assessments are difficult and expect the situation to become clearer soon; they are deploying tents, food, water, and emergency kits and aim to reach the area soon, potentially by air, though access is hampered by the rainy season and poor infrastructure. Local authorities described significant rescue operation constraints due to limited resources, rough terrain, and ongoing heavy rains. The village of Tarseen reportedly houses about 300 families, with many North Darfur residents having sought refuge in the Marra Mountains amid ongoing conflict between the Sudanese army and the RSF. Regional actors—including Darfur’s governor Minni Minnawi and the African Union Commission—called for urgent, coordinated international humanitarian assistance. Overall, the situation remains dynamic with uncertain casualty figures, challenging access, and a pressing need for rapid international support. (BBC)