“We arrived in Darfur to cover what is regarded as the world’s worst humanitarian crisis, never anticipating that we would become part of the story ourselves,” writes Clarissa Ward.
A CNN news crew set out to report on the ongoing civil war in Darfur, a region marked by violence and suffering.
However, their mission took an unexpected turn when they encountered gun-wielding militants.
This alarming interaction not only underscored the dangers faced by journalists in conflict zones but also illuminated the complex dynamics at play in the Darfur conflict.
The experience highlighted how the realities of war can deeply affect those who are there to document it, blurring the lines between observer and participant in the unfolding tragedy.
