In a significant development in the ongoing conflict in Sudan, the paramilitary Rapid Support Forces (RSF) have claimed control of the Sudanese army’s last major stronghold in the city of El Fasher, located in the western region of Darfur. This seizure marks a crucial turning point in the conflict, with fears rising of a potential bloodbath as the RSF consolidates its power in the region.
According to reports from reputable sources such as The Washington Post, The New York Times, and Al Jazeera, the RSF announced that they had captured the army’s headquarters in El Fasher, effectively removing the last major obstacle to their control over Darfur. This move comes after an 18-month siege on the city, leaving it devastated and on the brink of famine, as reported by The Guardian.
The situation has prompted grave concerns for the hundreds of thousands of civilians trapped in El Fasher, with reports of ongoing fighting and escalating tensions in the region. The governor of Darfur has urgently called for the protection of civilians in the city, highlighting the dire humanitarian crisis unfolding as a result of the conflict.
In a related development, Sudanese journalist Muammar Ibrahim, who has been reporting on the ground from El Fasher, was reportedly detained by the RSF, raising concerns about press freedom and the safety of journalists operating in the region.
The capture of El Fasher by the RSF has sparked international attention and condemnation, with calls for immediate action to protect civilians and prevent further escalation of violence in the region. The situation remains fluid, with conflicting reports emerging from different sources about the extent of control exerted by the RSF in El Fasher.
As the conflict in Sudan continues to unfold, the international community faces the challenge of addressing the humanitarian crisis and ensuring the protection of civilians caught in the crossfire. The situation in Darfur serves as a stark reminder of the ongoing instability and violence plaguing the region, underscoring the urgent need for a peaceful resolution to the conflict.
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References:
1. The Washington Post: https://www.washingtonpost.com/world/2025/10/26/sudan-rsf-el-fashir-darfur/
2. The New York Times: https://www.nytimes.com/2025/10/26/world/africa/sudan-army-base.html
3. Al Jazeera: https://www.aljazeera.com/video/newsfeed/2025/10/26/rsf-claim-capture-of-the-sudanese-armys-last-major-stronghold-in-darfur?traffic_source=rss
4. The Guardian: https://www.theguardian.com/world/2025/oct/27/fears-civilians-sudan-paramilitary-rsf-capture-el-fasher
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