Rapid Support Forces
What is the Sudanese Foreign Ministry calling for regarding the Rapid Support Forces' attacks on civilians?
The Sudanese Foreign Ministry is urging regional countries and the international community to take a tough stance against the Rapid Support Forces (RSF). The ministry has characterized the RSF's actions as terrorist attacks on civilians, specifically highlighting their vengeful targeting of civilian populations. With at least 433 civilian deaths reported, the ministry's call for decisive action reflects the severity of the humanitarian crisis unfolding in Sudan as the conflict approaches its second year.
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When did the Sudanese armed forces begin their counteroffensive against the RSF, and what progress have they made?
The Sudanese armed forces launched their counteroffensive on September 26th of last year, initially targeting RSF positions in Khartoum. According to analyst Al Bashir Idris, the army has achieved significant progress since beginning these operations. In the months following the initial counteroffensive, the military has secured 'amazing wins and gains throughout the territory of Sudan.' This shift in momentum comes as the RSF continues brutal attacks against civilians, with over 433 civilian deaths reported in White Nile state alone. The army's advances appear to be bolstered by increasing support from the Sudanese population.
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What is the reported death toll from recent attacks by Sudan's Rapid Support Forces?
According to Sudan's Foreign Ministry, the paramilitary Rapid Support Forces (RSF) have killed 433 civilians, including children, in attacks over the past three days. These attacks targeted villages around Al Ghetayna in White Nile state, which is located south of Sudan's capital, Khartoum. The fighters reportedly conducted systematic assaults on civilian populations in the region, leading to this significant loss of life. Local responders indicate the death toll may continue to rise as the humanitarian crisis in Sudan intensifies.
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What is the Sudanese Foreign Ministry calling for regarding the Rapid Support Forces?
The Sudanese Foreign Ministry is calling for regional countries and the international community to take a tough stance against the Rapid Support Forces (RSF). The Ministry has condemned the RSF's actions as terrorist attacks on civilians, describing them as vengeful in nature, following brutal assaults that reportedly claimed 433 lives over three days, including children. Amid ongoing clashes in White Nile state and a deteriorating humanitarian crisis, the Ministry is urging decisive international response against these terrorist acts as the RSF retreats from Khartoum, emphasizing the need for accountability for the targeted civilian attacks.
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What is the role of international law in addressing Sudan's ongoing conflict?
According to Sudan analyst Al Bashir Idris, international law has become ineffective in stopping Sudan's ongoing conflict. He states that the international community once had 'teeth' in the form of international law, but this mechanism has now become 'toothless' in its ability to halt the war. This ineffectiveness has led to the continuation of violence in Sudan. The failure of global diplomatic efforts has allowed the conflict to persist, contributing to one of the world's worst humanitarian crises with hundreds of civilian casualties.
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How much of an impact is the Sudanese Armed Forces' counteroffensive having on the conflict in Sudan?
The SAF counteroffensive, which began September 26 last year, has dramatically changed the conflict landscape. The armed forces have made significant territorial gains throughout Sudan, creating a very different situation compared to a year ago when many questioned the army's future existence. While the SAF has problems, their conduct has been notably better than the RSF's, allowing them to win the hearts of many civilians who have been under RSF control for almost two years. This improved local sentiment has strengthened the army's position and shifted power dynamics in the nearly two-year conflict.
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