International court tells BBC of breakthrough in Sudan war crimes probe
Summary
The International Criminal Court (ICC) says it has strong proof that leaders of the Rapid Support Forces (RSF) are involved in war crimes in Sudan's Darfur region. The ICC is investigating killings in the cities of el-Fasher and el-Geneina during the ongoing conflict in Sudan.Key Facts
- The ICC’s deputy chief prosecutor announced a major step in linking RSF leaders to war crimes and crimes against humanity in Darfur.
- Over 6,000 people were killed in el-Fasher when the RSF took over the city in October 2024, according to the United Nations.
- The RSF denies carrying out large-scale killings and says it is investigating any wrongdoings.
- The ICC uses witness testimonies, videos, photos, and forensic proof in its investigation.
- The conflict in Darfur started again in April 2023 between the RSF and Sudan’s army.
- The ICC has been investigating Darfur war crimes for more than 20 years.
- Past ICC cases have included Sudan’s former President Omar al-Bashir and other militia leaders.
- Tens of thousands of people have fled violence in el-Fasher, with the UN warning that the attacks show signs of genocide.
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