RSF killings in Sudan bear signs of genocide, UN saysNewsFeedA UN fact-finding body says mass killings by Sudan’s paramilitary Rapid Support Forces in El Fasher carry the hallmarks of genocide, with thousands reported killed. Al Jazeera’s Hiba Morgan breaks down the findings, which accuse the RSF of rape, torture, and extortion.Published On 20 Feb 2026
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FRI · 2026-02-20 · 12:29 GMTBRIEF NSR-2026-0220-17891
NSR-2026-0220-17891News Report·EN·Human Rights
RSF killings in Sudan bear signs of genocide, UN says
A UN fact-finding body reported on February 20, 2026, that mass killings by Sudan's Rapid Support Forces (RSF) in El Fasher bear signs of genocide. The report details that thousands have been killed in the area.
Al JazeeraFiled 2026-02-20 · 12:29 GMTLean · CenterRead · 1 min
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A UN fact-finding body reported on February 20, 2026, that mass killings by Sudan's Rapid Support Forces (RSF) in El Fasher bear signs of genocide. The report details that thousands have been killed in the area. The UN investigation accuses the RSF of committing widespread atrocities, including rape, torture, and extortion. These findings suggest a systematic pattern of violence targeting specific groups in El Fasher. The report highlights the severity of the conflict and raises concerns about potential crimes against humanity.
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UN fact-finding body says mass killings by Sudan’s RSF in El Fasher carry the hallmarks of genocide.
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The RSF is accused of rape, torture, and extortion.
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Thousands reported killed in El Fasher.
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