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world7 days ago•2 min saved

UN alarm over looming atrocity in El-Obeid as Sudan war persists

UN rights chief Volker Türk warned of a looming human rights catastrophe in El-Obeid, calling it a red alert and urging world leaders to act to prevent atrocities as fighting between the Sudanese army and the RSF continues around the city. Civilians face siege-like conditions with drone strikes damaging the power station and fuel depots, causing outages and shortages; at least 45 people were killed and 41 injured between June 6 and 28. The UNHRC held an urgent debate and a draft resolution is expected amid ongoing battles in North Kordofan.

via Al Jazeera|

#el-obeid #human-rights #rapid-support-forces

world8 days ago•5 min saved

Sudan on the brink as RSF encircles El Obeid, UN warns of catastrophe

The UN’s top human rights official warns of an impending catastrophe as the Rapid Support Forces tighten a siege around El Obeid, Sudan, threatening a repeat of Darfur-era bloodshed. Civilians in and around the city face siege-like conditions, drone strikes and disrupted access to aid and essential services as fighting between the SAF and RSF continues; UN experts say patterns of attacks against civilians point to war crimes and call for urgent international action to prevent mass atrocities.

via Financial Times|

#el-obeid #rapid-support-forces #sudan

world4 months ago•2 min saved

UN Sanctions Four RSF Leaders in Sudan Under 1591 List

On 24 February 2026, the UN Security Council’s 1591 Committee added four individuals tied to Sudan’s Rapid Support Forces to its sanctions list, including RSF deputy leader Abdul Rahim Dagalo and three RSF commanders; the committee published narrative summaries of the listing reasons and updated the sanctions list and consolidated UN lists on its website.

via UN Meetings Coverage and Press Releases|

#1591 #rapid-support-forces #sanctions

international-relations2 years ago•0 min saved

"Sudan's IGAD Membership Suspension and Regional Tensions: A Threat to Horn of Africa Stability"

Sudan has suspended its membership in the East African regional bloc, IGAD, accusing it of violating the country's sovereignty by inviting RSF chief to a summit. The announcement was made by the foreign ministry loyal to army chief Abdel Fattah al-Burhan, amid the ongoing conflict between the Sudanese army and the RSF paramilitary group. The government had already frozen its relations with IGAD and accused the bloc of setting a dangerous precedent. IGAD, along with the US and Saudi Arabia, had attempted to mediate between the warring parties without success.

via Al Jazeera English|

#abdel-fattah-al-burhan #east-africa #igad

conflict-and-diplomacy2 years ago•23 min saved

"Seeking Relief: Women in Sudan Amid Calamitous Civil War"

Sudan's brutal civil war is escalating as fighting spreads to the heavily contested east, threatening to push the country further down the path of state failure. Diplomatic efforts, led by East African nations and regional bloc IGAD, aim to halt the conflict and facilitate direct talks between the warring parties. The paramilitary Rapid Support Forces (RSF) and the army are vying for control, with outside supporters arming both sides. The situation requires a major, coordinated diplomatic effort involving influential outside powers to prevent Sudan from descending into long-term state failure, which could have immense regional and global implications.

via Crisis Group|

#civil-war #conflict-and-diplomacy #diplomacy

conflict2 years ago•3 min saved

Mass Displacement and Humanitarian Crisis Unfold as Sudanese Safe Haven Falls and Food Assistance Suspended

Up to 300,000 people have been forced to flee their homes in Sudan's Jazeera province after fighting broke out between the military and the Rapid Support Forces (RSF), a notorious paramilitary group. The RSF took over the provincial capital, Wad Medani, prompting a mass exodus to safer areas. The conflict has disrupted humanitarian efforts, with the World Food Program temporarily halting food assistance in parts of Jazeera. The war in Sudan has already displaced over 7 million people, with more than 1.5 million seeking refuge in neighboring countries. The RSF's takeover has raised fears of atrocities, as the group has been accused of committing human rights abuses in Darfur.

via ABC News|

#conflict #displacement #humanitarian-crisis

conflictwar2 years ago•5 min saved

Sudan's Army Under Fire: City Falls, Aid Hub Attacked, Chief Faces Calls to Go

The capture of Wad Madani, a major city in Sudan's agricultural region, by the paramilitary group Rapid Support Forces has raised doubts about the strength of Sudan's army and escalated the eight-month civil war. The army's withdrawal from the city has caused thousands of people to flee once again, dealing a blow to the army's credibility. The paramilitary forces have been accused of robbing civilians and hindering their escape. Aid agencies have suspended operations, and the UN has relocated staff due to concerns of looting and worsening humanitarian conditions. The army's weaknesses, including corruption and a lack of experience in ground fighting, have been exposed. The capture of Wad Madani could lead to further attacks on major cities and potentially spark a revolt within the army. Foreign interference and a wider regional conflict are also risks.

via The New York Times|

#civil-war #conflictwar #rapid-support-forces

conflictpolitics2 years ago•1 min saved

RSF Paramilitary Seizes Wad Madani, Sudan's Second City, as 300,000 Flee in Humanitarian Crisis

Sudan's paramilitary Rapid Support Forces (RSF) have seized control of Wad Madani, the country's second city, after intense fighting. The RSF's advance led to looting and arrests based on ethnicity, causing thousands to flee. Aid organizations suspended their work, exacerbating the already dire humanitarian crisis in Sudan. The war between the regular army and the RSF has resulted in over 10,000 deaths and forced six million people to flee their homes. The RSF has gradually taken control of major cities, while regional efforts to stop the conflict have failed.

via The Guardian|

#conflictpolitics #humanitarian-crisis #internal-displacement

conflictwar2 years ago•3 min saved

Escalating Conflict Forces Mass Exodus from Sudan's Second-Largest City

Thousands of displaced people have fled Wad Madani, Sudan's second-largest city, as the war between the army and the paramilitary Rapid Support Forces (RSF) reaches the city. The RSF established a base in Wad Madani, forcing already displaced people to escape. The conflict has opened a new front in the eight-month-old war, causing a humanitarian crisis with thousands seeking refuge in neighboring cities. The UN has suspended humanitarian field missions in the affected area, and the US Ambassador has called for the RSF to cease their advance to prevent civilian casualties and disruption of aid efforts.

via Al Jazeera English|

#conflictwar #displacement #humanitarian-crisis

international-relations2 years ago•1 min saved

Escalating Conflict Forces Thousands to Flee Sudan's Wad Madani

The United States Department of State has called on the Rapid Support Forces (RSF) in Sudan to immediately halt their advance towards Wad Medani, as it threatens vulnerable civilians and disrupts humanitarian relief efforts. The RSF's actions in Gezira State have already caused mass displacements and the closure of markets in Wad Medani. The Department is also concerned about renewed fighting in El Fasher, which undermines efforts for a lasting ceasefire and endangers civilians. They urge all parties to cease firing from or near IDP camps to protect civilian lives.

via Department of State|

#gezira-state #humanitarian-assistance #international-relations

diplomacy2 years ago•1 min saved

Diplomatic Tensions Escalate as UAE and Sudan Expel Diplomats

The United Arab Emirates (UAE) has expelled three Sudanese diplomats in response to scathing remarks made by a Sudanese official criticizing the UAE's alleged support for the Rapid Support Forces (RSF). This marks a significant escalation in diplomatic relations between the two countries, as no diplomats have been expelled or summoned in their entire history of bilateral ties. The UAE has consistently denied allegations of supporting the RSF, and this move suggests a more assertive stance in response to the provocative statements.

via Sudan Tribune|

#diplomacy #diplomatic-tensions #expulsion

conflictinternational-relations2 years ago•11 min saved

Escalating Sudanese Military Factions Unveil Mass Killings in Darfur

Fighting between rival military factions in Sudan has resulted in mass killings and displacement, with over 12,000 people killed and 6 million displaced since April. Human rights groups have reported a massacre of around 1,300 Masalit people by the Rapid Support Forces (RSF) paramilitary group in Sudan's West Darfur region. Survivors describe RSF fighters going house to house, killing men and even women and young girls. A top Sudanese general has accused the United Arab Emirates of arming the RSF. Other regional powers, such as Egypt and Saudi Arabia, are also suspected of providing support. The international community, including the UN Security Council, is being urged to take action to address the conflict and hold responsible parties accountable.

via Democracy Now!|

#conflictinternational-relations #darfur #human-rights

human-rights2 years ago•24 min saved

Escalating Violence and Looting Ravage Darfur in Sudan

The Rapid Support Forces and their allied militias have been accused of killing hundreds of civilians, looting, assaulting, and unlawfully detaining members of the Massalit community in West Darfur's El Geneina. The United Nations Security Council is urged to strengthen the UN's presence in Sudan to prevent further atrocities and protect civilians in Darfur. Satellite imagery and witness testimonies indicate a campaign of ethnically targeted killings, shelling, and looting. The international community is called upon to impose targeted sanctions, expand the arms embargo, and support accountability efforts to address the gravity of the situation and protect civilian populations.

via Human Rights Watch|

#darfur #ethnic-killings #human-rights

conflictgenocide2 years ago•5 min saved

Sudan's Unending Conflict: A Nation in Crisis

Sudan's Rapid Support Forces (RSF) paramilitaries have been accused of carrying out a genocide in west Darfur, targeting the Masalit ethnic group. The RSF fighters have been rounding up and killing people, burning down homes, and forcing survivors to bury the dead. Satellite imagery and videos have provided evidence of attacks on civilians. The RSF, led by Mohamed Hamdan Dagalo, has been in conflict with Sudanese Armed Forces (SAF) loyal to General Abdel Fattah al-Burhan, resulting in thousands of deaths and millions displaced. The RSF now controls most of the Darfur region. The UN warns of a potential repeat of the Darfur genocide in the 2000s, with a cycle of violence and complete lawlessness. The RSF denies responsibility for the violence. The conflict has created a humanitarian crisis, with shortages of water and medication, and displacement of people in El Fasher.

via The Guardian|

#conflictgenocide #darfur #ethnic-violence

world-news2 years ago•1 min saved

Escalating Violence and Atrocities in Sudan's Darfur Region Ignored by the World

A refugee from El Geneina in Sudan describes alleged ethnic cleansing and violence perpetrated by the paramilitary Rapid Support Forces, prompting thousands of people to flee to neighboring country Chad. The refugee claims that the perpetrators have vowed to eliminate all black individuals from the area.

via CNN|

#chad #ethnic-cleansing #rapid-support-forces