Rapid Support Forces

Sudanese paramilitary force

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The Rapid Support Forces is a paramilitary force formerly operated by the government of Sudan. The RSF grew out of, and is primarily composed of, the Janjaweed militias which previously fought on behalf of the Sudanese government. Its actions in Darfur were deemed crimes against humanity by Human Rights Watch.

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Sudan's Rapid Support Forces accused by US of committing genocide in civil war The Rapid Support Forces (RSF) and its allied militias are committing genocide in Sudan while waging war against the army for control of the country, Joe Biden's US administration has determined - two.. Sky News - Published on January 7, 2025
Harrowing details of sieges emerge as thousands flee after army bases in Sudan captured Three out of four army headquarters in each of Darfur's state capitals have fallen to the Rapid Support Forces (RSF) in Sudan - pushing thousands of people further into peril. Sky News - Published on November 8, 2023
Sudan clashes continue despite ceasefire: Here's what's happening on the ground Intense violence continues to rock Sudan a week after fighting first erupted between its army and the Rapid Support Forces (RSF) paramilitary force. Sky News - Published on April 22, 2023