UN accuses Sudans RSF of committing war crimes in el-Fasher region

UN Human Rights Office Releases Report on Alleged War Crimes in Sudan’s El-Fasher

The United Nations High Commissioner for Human Rights, Volker Turk, has called for investigations into alleged war crimes committed by the Rapid Support Forces (RSF) and allied armed groups during their takeover of el-Fasher, a city in western Sudan. A report released by the UN Office of the High Commissioner for Human Rights found that there is “reasonable grounds to believe” that the RSF and its allies committed acts amounting to war crimes.

The report details mass killings, sexual violence, and targeted attacks against civilians during the RSF’s takeover of el-Fasher in October 2025. The UN Office stated that these acts may also constitute a crime against humanity if they were part of a widespread or systematic attack directed against any civilian population.

According to the report, tens of thousands of residents fled el-Fasher after the RSF took control, with many describing widespread violence on their journeys out of the city. The report also documented mass killings at an El Fasher University dormitory, where about 500 people were killed and many others were wounded.

The UN Office interviewed over 140 victims and witnesses for the report, which also described instances of summary executions and other human rights abuses. The RSF initially denied responsibility for the atrocities, but its leader has promised an investigation.

Turk called for “credible and impartial investigations” into the alleged war crimes, with a focus on holding perpetrators accountable through all available means. He also urged all parties to the conflict in Sudan to end human rights violations and for third countries with influence to take action to prevent further atrocities.

The report is based on the findings of the UN Office of the High Commissioner for Human Rights and has been released as part of its ongoing efforts to monitor and address human rights abuses around the world.

Source: Al Jazeera