Sudan: Sexual violence used as weapon of terror against women and girls

The conflict in Sudan has left a serious humanitarian crisis in which sexual violence is more widely used as an instrument of fear. More than 12 million women, girls, and men are exposed to the risk of harm, greatly up from the past year. Layla herself is a survivor who was imprisoned, beaten, and saw [...]

Sudan’s War and Khartoum’s Devastation

A week ago, Sudan's military retook Khartoum from the RSF militia in a turning point in the violent war. The city has, however, been devastated by unimaginable brutality, such as extensive looting, destruction of cultural sites, and extreme human suffering. Civilians were subjected to starvation, disease, and terror, with many being killed or sexually violated. [...]

Sudan’s Military Leader Returns To Khartoum As War Continues

Sudan's military leader, Gen Abdel Fattah al-Burhan, visited the presidential palace in Khartoum after the army recaptured the capital from the paramilitary Rapid Support Forces (RSF). This marks the first time Burhan has returned since the war began nearly two years ago. The army swiftly secured key areas, including the airport and bridges over the [...]

Violence and Aid Suspension Worsen Crisis in Zamzam Camp, Sudan

Civilians in Sudan's Zamzam displacement camp, North Darfur, are nearly unreachable, with severe food shortages and escalating violence. The UN warns of rising deaths, including children, after aid was suspended due to shelling. Fighting between Sudan's army and the RSF militia has intensified, with recent attacks killing dozens in Abu Shouk camp. Médecins Sans Frontières [...]

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