Summary
Fighting in the Sudanese city of el-Fasher has trapped civilians due to a siege by the paramilitary group, the Rapid Support Forces (RSF). The RSF is attempting to seize control of the city, which is one of the last strongholds of the Sudanese army in the Darfur region. The conflict began in 2023 because of a power struggle between the RSF and the Sudanese army.
Key Facts
- The RSF has been besieging el-Fasher in Darfur for 17 months.
- The conflict in Sudan started in 2023 from a power struggle between the RSF and the Sudanese army.
- The RSF is closing in on important military sites within el-Fasher.
- Civilians in el-Fasher face severe hardships, including lack of food and medical care.
- Hospitals are under attack and running out of supplies.
- RSF's control of el-Fasher would give them strategic military advantages.
- The Sudanese army retains a small territory around the airport.
- Local armed groups are fighting alongside the army to defend their land.
