Sudan RSF leader promises probe as anger mounts over el-Fasher atrocities
Summary
The leader of Sudan's paramilitary Rapid Support Forces (RSF), Gen Mohamed Hamdan Dagalo, has promised to investigate alleged wrongdoings by his soldiers in el-Fasher. This follows reports of mass civilian killings after the RSF took control of the city amid the ongoing civil war between the RSF and the Sudanese army. The situation has drawn international attention, with calls for action from the United Nations and other global entities.Key Facts
- The RSF leader, known as Hemedti, announced an investigation into the actions of his forces in el-Fasher.
- Reports claim nearly 500 civilians were killed, including those at a hospital in el-Fasher.
- The United Nations Security Council plans to discuss the conflict in Sudan.
- The RSF denies the killings are ethnically motivated, despite allegations.
- Activists urge pressure on the United Arab Emirates, accused of backing the RSF; the UAE denies involvement.
- El-Fasher, once a stronghold of the army, was taken by the RSF after a prolonged siege.
- The RSF now controls most of the Darfur region and parts of Kordofan, while the army holds Khartoum and other central areas.
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