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UN Reports 6,000 Killed in Shocking RSF Assault

2/15/2026

Summary

Story summary

The United Nations report states that over 6,000 people were killed in late October during a Rapid Support Forces (RSF) assault on el-Fasher.
The U.N. Human Rights Office described the violence as "shocking" and potentially war crimes or crimes against humanity.
The RSF and allied Janjaweed militias overran el-Fasher after an 18-month siege, with mass killings, sexual violence, and abductions against the Zaghawa.

History

Historical Context

The Darfur Conflict erupted in 2003 when the Sudan Liberation Army and Justice and Equality Movement rebelled against the Arab-dominated Sudanese government, accusing it of oppression. The government responded with brutal campaigns, including support for the Janjaweed militia, leading to the deaths of approximately 300,000 people and displacing over 2 million. Recent violence in el-Fasher revives these historical atrocities, raising urgent calls for accountability.

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Story summary

The United Nations report states that over 6,000 people were killed in late October during a Rapid Support Forces (RSF) assault on el-Fasher.
The U.N. Human Rights Office described the violence as "shocking" and potentially war crimes or crimes against humanity.
The RSF and allied Janjaweed militias overran el-Fasher after an 18-month siege, with mass killings, sexual violence, and abductions against the Zaghawa.

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