December 9, 2017, in Muyuka, Fako State, Southern Ambazonia, Cameroonian occupation forces carried out a horrific operation that saw innocent civilians abducted, tortured, wounded, and ultimately killed. The brutal attack targeted unarmed individuals who posed no threat, leaving the community in shock and mourning.

Witnesses recounted the terror inflicted by the forces as they stormed into Muyuka, dragging civilians from their homes and subjecting them to unimaginable suffering. Those who survived the initial violence bore deep physical and emotional scars, while many others lost their lives in a tragic display of disregard for human life and dignity.

This appalling incident stands as a glaring example of the unspeakable atrocities committed against civilians in Southern Ambazonia, highlighting the systemic violence and repression faced by the region’s people.

The harrowing events of that day left the community devastated, as families were torn apart and lives were irreparably shattered. Women, children, and men, who should have been protected under the rules of war, became victims of egregious acts of violence.

The targeting of civilians—individuals with no involvement in the conflict—underscored the occupation forces’ deliberate intent to intimidate and oppress the population. Muyuka, once a bustling town, now carries the heavy burden of loss and trauma, as survivors grapple with the psychological aftermath of witnessing and experiencing such brutality. The attack on innocent civilians demands urgent intervention and accountability from the international community to ensure justice for the victims and to prevent future violations.

The actions of the Cameroonian forces in Muyuka on December 9, 2017, constitute clear violations of International Humanitarian Law, qualifying as War Crimes. Specifically, these acts breach Common Article 3 of the Geneva Conventions, which prohibits violence to life and person, including murder, mutilation, cruel treatment, and torture of those not actively participating in hostilities.

The systematic targeting of civilians contravenes the principle of distinction, a fundamental rule of armed conflict requiring parties to distinguish between combatants and non-combatants. Additionally, the use of torture violates the Convention Against Torture, which unequivocally bans such acts under any circumstances. The deliberate infliction of suffering on innocent civilians also raises concerns about crimes against humanity, necessitating immediate international action to address these atrocities and hold the perpetrators accountable.

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