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RSF Accepts U.S. Ceasefire Amid Darfur Conflict

11/6/2025

Summary

Story summary

The Rapid Support Forces (RSF) announced November 6, 2025 that they agreed to a U.S.-led humanitarian ceasefire proposal.
The RSF seized el-Fasher, the last stronghold in Darfur, after a siege lasting more than 18 months.
The broader conflict began in April 2023 and has killed more than 40,000 people and displaced millions.
The Sudanese military will only accept a truce if RSF withdraws from civilian areas and surrenders its weapons.

History

Historical Context

The Darfur conflict began in 2003 when rebel groups, including the Sudan Liberation Movement and Justice and Equality Movement, fought against the Sudanese government, leading to widespread ethnic cleansing. The 2005 Darfur Peace Agreement aimed to resolve the crisis, which had resulted in over 300,000 deaths. Despite international intervention, including 7,000 African Union troops, peace remains elusive, highlighting ongoing governance challenges in Sudan.

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Story summary

The Rapid Support Forces (RSF) announced November 6, 2025 that they agreed to a U.S.-led humanitarian ceasefire proposal.
The RSF seized el-Fasher, the last stronghold in Darfur, after a siege lasting more than 18 months.
The broader conflict began in April 2023 and has killed more than 40,000 people and displaced millions.
The Sudanese military will only accept a truce if RSF withdraws from civilian areas and surrenders its weapons.

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