The Rapid Support Forces have taken control of el-Fasher, displacing over 65,000 people and raising concerns of war crimes. This escalation highlights the dire humanitarian situation in Sudan.

The recent capture of el-Fasher by the Rapid Support Forces (RSF) marks a significant escalation in Sudan's ongoing civil war, which began in April 2023. The United Nations reports that more than 65,000 people have fled the city, while many remain trapped amid allegations of mass killings and rapes. The International Criminal Court (ICC) has raised concerns about potential war crimes, stating that the atrocities in el-Fasher are part of a broader pattern of violence in the Darfur region. The humanitarian situation is dire, with the International Committee of the Red Cross warning that history is repeating itself in Darfur, where previous conflicts resulted in genocide. The RSF's actions have led to a severe displacement crisis, with nearly 12 million people affected and multiple disease outbreaks reported.