Recent events in Sudan have drawn significant attention to the Rapid Support Forces (RSF), particularly amid escalating violence and humanitarian crises. The RSF has been implicated in numerous atrocities, including mass killings and systematic sexual violence, as the conflict between the RSF and the Sudan Armed Forces (SAF) intensifies. Reports indicate that the RSF's actions have contributed to a humanitarian disaster, with over 11 million people displaced and famine conditions affecting hundreds of thousands. The Sudanese army has accused the RSF of cowardly attacks, further highlighting the ongoing power struggle between the RSF and the SAF, led by Gen. Abdel Fattah al-Burhan.
The Rapid Support Forces are a paramilitary group in Sudan, formed in 2013 from the remnants of the Janjaweed militias, which were notorious for their role in the Darfur conflict. Initially created to combat rebel groups, the RSF has since evolved into a powerful military force, often operating independently of the Sudanese Armed Forces. The group has been involved in various conflicts within Sudan and has been accused of human rights violations, including ethnic cleansing and violence against civilians. The RSF's leader, Lt. Gen. Mohamed Hamdan, also known as Hemeti, has positioned himself as a key player in Sudan's political landscape, complicating the country's transition to stability following the ousting of former President Omar al-Bashir.
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Sudan has accused the United Arab Emirates of complicity in genocide against the Masalit ethnic group amid ongoing civil conflict. The allegations coincide with hearings at the International Court of Justice, where Sudan seeks emergency orders against the UAE. The conflict has resulted in tens of thousands of deaths and widespread displacement.
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As Sudan's civil war marks its third year, violence has escalated, particularly in Darfur, where the Rapid Support Forces (RSF) have intensified attacks on displacement camps, resulting in hundreds of civilian deaths. The humanitarian crisis deepens, with 13 million displaced and widespread famine affecting millions. International responses remain inadequate.
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Recent discoveries in Egypt and Italy highlight the fragility of cultural heritage. Archaeologists uncovered a 3,400-year-old town linked to King Tutankhamun's lineage, while Sudan's National Museum suffered extensive looting during the ongoing conflict. These events underscore the importance of preserving history amidst turmoil.
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On the second anniversary of the Sudan conflict, the Rapid Support Forces (RSF) announced the formation of a rival government, the 'Government of Peace and Unity.' This comes as the humanitarian crisis worsens, with 13 million displaced and no peace in sight. Analysts warn of potential permanent division in Sudan.
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The Rapid Support Forces (RSF) intensified their offensive in el-Fasher, North Darfur, resulting in numerous casualties and displacements. This attack follows a series of violent incidents, including assaults on displaced persons' camps, raising concerns about the ongoing civil war's impact on Sudan's stability.
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On May 10, 2025, at least 33 people were killed in Sudan amid ongoing violence between the Rapid Support Forces (RSF) and the army. Recent RSF drone strikes have targeted Port Sudan and displacement camps, exacerbating the humanitarian crisis. The conflict, which began in April 2023, has resulted in tens of thousands of deaths and millions displaced.
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On May 6, 2025, the Rapid Support Forces (RSF) launched drone attacks on Port Sudan, targeting civilian infrastructure including the airport and a fuel depot. This marks a significant escalation in the ongoing conflict between the RSF and the Sudanese military, which has already resulted in thousands of casualties and widespread displacement.
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On May 11, 2025, attacks by the Rapid Support Forces (RSF) in Sudan resulted in at least nine civilian deaths, including four children, in el-Fasher. The RSF's ongoing conflict with the Sudanese Armed Forces (SAF) has led to significant casualties and humanitarian crises, with over 20,000 dead and millions displaced since April 2023.
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On May 6, 2025, Sudan severed diplomatic relations with the UAE, accusing it of supporting the paramilitary Rapid Support Forces (RSF) in the ongoing civil war. This decision follows the International Court of Justice's dismissal of Sudan's case against the UAE regarding alleged complicity in genocide. The conflict has resulted in widespread humanitarian crises.
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The UAE has rejected allegations from Amnesty International claiming it supplied Chinese-made weapons to Sudan's Rapid Support Forces (RSF). The report cites evidence of the RSF using these weapons in ongoing conflicts, while the UAE insists the claims lack substantiation and are misleading.