RAPID SUPPORT FORCES (RSF)

Suffering and Survival in Eastern Chad: A Refugee Crisis Unfolds Authorities and aid organizations in eastern Chad are grappling with a surge of Sudanese refugees fleeing a brutal conflict. The humanitarian emergency is highlighted by severe shortages in medical and mental health support. Wounded refugees suffer from both physical and psychological trauma. The conflict involves drone attacks and ground combat, creating casualties. Chad's medical facilities are overstretched, struggling to cope with the influx.…

Sudan's Ongoing Conflict: Army Chief Rejects Political Settlements with RSF As Sudan’s conflict stretches into a third year, Sudanese army chief Abdel Fattah al-Burhan has vowed that peace will not come until the paramilitary Rapid Support Forces (RSF) are defeated. Burhan rejects any political resolution involving the RSF, emphasizing the need for complete disarmament. The conflict between Sudan's army and RSF has resulted in widespread devastation. Burhan insists that public sentiment aligns with the army's stance…

Escalating Humanitarian Crisis in Sudan's Western Region The humanitarian catastrophe in western Sudan is worsening, with recent attacks leading to significant casualties and displacement. The ongoing conflict between the Sudanese army and the paramilitary Rapid Support Forces (RSF) has created critical challenges. Over 103 civilians killed and at least 88 wounded in attacks. 18,000 families displaced toward Chad, fleeing violence. Public spaces and civilian institutions destroyed in Tina locality and nearby…

Sudan's Civil War: A Troubled Path to Peace Sudan's military leadership is reviewing a new proposal by the United States and Saudi Arabia to establish a humanitarian truce and broader cease-fire. This potential diplomatic breakthrough comes as the country approaches 1,000 days of conflict. The Sudanese Armed Forces (SAF) received the initiative, which focuses on humanitarian relief. The Security and Defence Council, including military and civilian figures, met to discuss it. The proposal aims to operationalize…

Escalation in Sudan: Over 114 Dead in Darfur Clashes Sudan's conflict continues to ravage the Darfur region, claiming the lives of over 114 people within a week. Clashes between the Sudanese army and the paramilitary Rapid Support Forces (RSF) have intensified, leading to devastating consequences for civilians. Sudan has been embroiled in conflict since April 2023. The RSF recently took control of the army's last stronghold in Darfur. The latest attacks were marked by drone strikes and regaining territory.…

Assessing the Aftermath of RSF's Takeover in El-Fasher For the first time in months, a United Nations team has entered el-Fasher, the capital of North Darfur, to evaluate the extensive damage caused by Sudan’s paramilitary Rapid Support Forces (RSF). This visit highlights the dire humanitarian conditions after a violent year-long siege. The UN team found the city nearly emptied due to fear and destruction. Residents face shortages of food, medicine, and shelter. Reports indicate mass casualties and possible war…

Sudan's Peace Proposal and the Ongoing Conflict Sudan's Prime Minister has proposed a comprehensive peace plan aimed at resolving the long-standing war with the paramilitary Rapid Support Forces (RSF). This initiative seeks international support to halt the violence and begin reconciliation. Kamil Idris introduced a cease-fire monitored by international bodies. The plan requires RSF withdrawal and disarmament. U.S. and mediators support a humanitarian truce. Political and International Reactions The response…

U.N. Accuses Sudan's RSF of War Crimes in Zamzam The U.N. has issued a report accusing Sudan's Rapid Support Forces (RSF) of committing war crimes during an assault on the Zamzam displacement camp. The report sheds light on a brutal three-day attack that resulted in over a thousand civilian deaths. The attack occurred between April 11 and 13. Over 1,000 civilians were killed, with 319 summarily executed. The RSF's actions included house-to-house searches and attacks in public spaces like markets and mosques.…

UN Initiatives for Peace Talks in Sudan The United Nations is poised to initiate peace negotiations in Geneva to address Sudan's ongoing conflict. Secretary-General António Guterres announced this diplomatic stride, signaling hope for resolution amid the turmoil. UN aims to restart communication between warring factions. Talks follow a prolonged stalemate with severe civilian impact. The timeline for discussions remains unconfirmed. Escalating Conflict and Humanitarian Crisis Since April 2023, Sudan has been…

Escalating Clashes in South Kordofan: A Humanitarian Crisis The ongoing conflict between Sudan's army and the paramilitary Rapid Support Forces (RSF) has intensified, prompting widespread displacement and deepening insecurity in the South Kordofan region. Recent reports from the International Organization for Migration (IOM) highlight the escalating humanitarian crisis affecting thousands of civilians. More than 1,000 people displaced in 48 hours. Violence spreading across South Kordofan's rural areas. Tens of…