Sudan civil war: UN reports 6,000 killed in el‑Fasher over three days

A UN report cites that more than 6,000 people were killed over three days when the Rapid Support Forces seized el‑Fasher last year, and it documents alleged mass killings, torture, abductions and sexual violence.

A UN report says more than 6,000 people were killed over three days when the Rapid Support Forces seized el‑Fasher last year. The report is based on testimony from over 140 victims and witnesses collected in Sudan's Northern state and in eastern Chad. It documents alleged mass killings, summary executions, torture, abductions and sexual violence and describes these as war crimes and possible crimes against humanity. Sudan remains in a nearly three‑year conflict between the regular army and the RSF that has caused large-scale displacement and deaths. Key findings: - The report cites at least 4,400 deaths inside el‑Fasher and over 1,600 people killed along exit routes during the first days of the assault. - More than 140 victims and witnesses gave testimony to UN investigators in late 2025. - The UN Human Rights Office states the documented abuses amount to war crimes and possible crimes against humanity. - The RSF has not commented on this specific report and has previously denied such accusations; both the RSF and the Sudanese Armed Forces have previously been accused of atrocities. Summary: The report adds to prior documentation of abuses in Darfur and follows an 18‑month siege reported in el‑Fasher. International responses include renewed calls from the UN Human Rights Chief and recent UK sanctions on figures linked to the conflict. Undetermined at this time.