The Integrated Food Security Phase Classification (IPC) is the global benchmark for assessing the severity of hunger crises. Recently, its findings have drawn criticism from the Sudanese government, which is supported by military forces.

During a siege, residents reported severe food shortages, which forced them to resort to consuming animal feed and, in some cases, even animal hides.

In a related development, prosecutors from the International Criminal Court announced on Monday that they are gathering evidence regarding alleged mass killings and sexual violence following the fall of Al-Fasher.

International Criminal Court prosecutors said on Monday they were collecting evidence of alleged mass killings and rapes after Al-Fasher’s fall.

Global aid cuts and bureaucratic impediments hobbling the ability of the United Nations and other aid agencies to provide food and other services have increased the humanitarian challenge in Sudan.

Kordofan another focal point of war

The IPC said the nearby city al-Dalanj could also be in famine, but a lack of data prevented a determination.