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RSF Massacre in North Kordofan Kills Nearly 300 Civilians

International bodies accuse the Rapid Support Forces of war crimes following weekend assaults on several villages.

Overview

  • RSF raids around Bara killed nearly 300 civilians over the weekend, targeting villages including Shaq Al-Noum, Shag Alnom and Hilat Hamid.
  • Residents in Shag Alnom were killed by arson or gunfire as RSF forces stormed the village and dozens more have gone missing.
  • More than 3,400 people have been displaced from North Kordofan, according to United Nations figures.
  • The United States and human rights organizations have accused the RSF of war crimes, crimes against humanity and genocide for its actions in western Sudan.
  • RSF fighters posted videos claiming control of the strategic Umm Sumayma area west of El Obeid.