The families forced to pay ransoms to free loved ones in Sudan’s el-Fasher
Summary
In Sudan's city of el-Fasher, the Rapid Support Forces (RSF) reportedly kidnapped people and demanded ransoms from their families. Many families have paid money to free their loved ones as the RSF has been accused of violent acts like executions and kidnappings. Thousands have fled the city due to ongoing ethnic violence.Key Facts
- The RSF stormed el-Fasher on October 26, allegedly carrying out attacks and demanding ransoms.
- Families report paying between $20 to $20,000 to secure the release of kidnapped loved ones.
- The RSF has been in conflict with the Sudanese Armed Forces since April 2023.
- Over 70,000 people have fled el-Fasher since the RSF attack began.
- Reports indicate that many of the victims belong to certain ethnic groups targeted by the RSF.
- The United Nations estimates only about 6,000 of the displaced have arrived safely in Tawila.
- Kidnap victims' families received ransom demands, often via phone or video.
- The RSF has been accused of mass violence, including executions and assaults, but denies many of these claims.
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