Summary
Amnesty International has called for a war crimes investigation into the actions of the Rapid Support Forces (RSF) in Sudan. The RSF is accused of serious crimes, such as killing and attacking civilians, during an assault on the Zamzam camp in North Darfur. The report highlights alarming human rights abuses amid ongoing conflict in the area.
Key Facts
- Amnesty International wants a war crimes investigation into the RSF's actions in Sudan.
- The RSF attacked the Zamzam camp in North Darfur, affecting many displaced people.
- During the attack, the RSF is accused of killing civilians and committing other serious crimes.
- The assault led to about 400,000 people fleeing the camp within two days.
- The RSF laid siege to el-Fasher, the capital of North Darfur, and is expanding control in the region.
- Witnesses reported RSF fighters setting fires and shooting randomly, causing widespread fear.
- Amnesty’s report also criticizes the United Arab Emirates for allegedly supporting the RSF, a claim the UAE denies.
- The conflict between the RSF and Sudan’s military government has been ongoing since April 2023.
