Al-Fashir

capital city of North Darfur, Sudan

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UN reports genocide by Rapid Support Forces in Sudan
military conflicts Feb 20, 2026, 11:14 AM
UN reports genocide by Rapid Support Forces in Sudan
  • The UN fact-finding mission reported evidence of coordinated ethnic targeting and mass killings in Al Fashir.
  • Survivors described extreme violence, including widespread sexual assaults and torture committed by RSF fighters.
  • International condemnation and sanctions were imposed on RSF leaders due to the genocidal actions against non-Arab communities.
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UN probe reveals genocide indicators in Sudan's al-Fashir
military conflicts Feb 19, 2026, 4:25 PM
UN probe reveals genocide indicators in Sudan's al-Fashir
  • In February 2026, a UN report indicated that the Rapid Support Forces, which took control of al-Fashir, conducted mass killings targeting non-Arab communities, notably the Zaghawa and Fur.
  • The report details systematic harassment, torture, and sexual violence in a coordinated operation indicating a genocidal intent.
  • International calls for urgent action to address the violence and protect vulnerable populations in Sudan have become increasingly pressing.
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Over 6,000 killed in rapid al Fashir offensive by paramilitary forces
military conflicts Feb 15, 2026, 12:42 PM
Over 6,000 killed in rapid al Fashir offensive by paramilitary forces
  • In late October 2025, the Rapid Support Forces took control of Al Fashir, resulting in over 6,000 deaths within three days.
  • The UN documented extensive atrocities during the RSF offensive, including mass killings and sexual violence.
  • The ongoing violence and human rights violations underscore a concerning cycle of impunity in the Sudanese conflict.
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RSF fighters kidnap children amid takeover in Darfur
military conflicts Jan 30, 2026, 9:45 PM
RSF fighters kidnap children amid takeover in Darfur
  • Witnesses reported that children were abducted by RSF fighters in al-Fashir during their takeover in October 2023.
  • The RSF's actions included killing parents before kidnapping their children.
  • The accounts highlighted potential war crimes and the need for further investigation into the RSF's conduct.
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