The Rapid Support Forces launched a devastating counter-attack in east-central Sudan which resulted in more than 120 deaths in a single town (as confirmed by UN and local medical personnel)
In a clear show-of-force the RSF fighters carried out their assault over several days: targeting areas previously lost to the Sudanese military. The attack comes as the group tries to bounce back from recent set-backs in the region
The situation in Sudan has gotten worse since early-23 when the conflict began — turning into a full-scale war between the RSF and government forces. The fighting has forced millions to leave their homes; while food supplies are running low across the nation
- Over 120 people killed in one town
- UN and doctors group confirmed casualties
- Multi-day assault in east-central region
- RSF trying to regain lost territory
The conflict shows no signs of stopping as both sides continue fighting for control. Local aid groups say the situation is getting harder for regular people - with basic needs like food and medicine becoming scarce in many places