UN report: RSF militia in Sudan has committed war crimes in El Fasher
A UN report accuses the RSF militia in Sudan of committing war crimes and possible crimes against humanity in El Fasher.
According to a UN report, the Rapid Support Forces (RSF) militia in Sudan are accused of committing war crimes and potential crimes against humanity in the region of El Fasher, Darfur. The UN High Commissioner for Human Rights highlighted the extensive atrocities carried out by the RSF, which have resulted in thousands of deaths in a very short period. This alarming situation has raised significant concerns regarding human rights violations in a country already ravaged by conflict.
The RSF, led by Mohamed Hamdan Dagalo, has been engaged in armed conflict against the Sudanese government army since April 2023. Following the outbreak of hostilities, the RSF seized control of El Fasher in October 2025. The report indicates that interviews with over 140 victims and witnesses have documented more than 6,000 killings within the first three days of the RSF's offensive, illustrating the severity of the escalation in violence and the humanitarian crisis ensuing in the region.
These findings underline the urgent need for international attention and intervention in Sudan, as the RSF's actions could lead to accountability challenges amidst a backdrop of ongoing violence. The report serves as a critical reminder of the need to address the dire human rights situation in Sudan and highlights the potential for further deterioration if the violence is not curbed.