The Rapid Support Forces (RSF) is a paramilitary force in Sudan that has been engaged in fighting against the Sudanese army.
November 19, 2025
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definition
Identifies the RSF and its role in the Sudanese conflict.
By November 19, 2025, Sudan had experienced a civil war of roughly two-and-a-half years characterized by a power struggle between the Sudanese army and the Rapid Support Forces (RSF).
November 19, 2025
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temporal
Summarizes the duration and main actors of the Sudanese civil war as reported in late 2025.
The armed conflict in Sudan has displaced millions of people, contributed to famine conditions, and led to allegations of genocide.
November 19, 2025
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impact
Describes major humanitarian consequences and allegations arising from the Sudanese conflict.
As of 2025, the armed conflict between the Sudanese military and the Rapid Support Forces (RSF) had killed more than 40,000 people and displaced more than 14 million people.
October 31, 2025
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statistical
Aggregate casualty and displacement estimates for the conflict between Sudan's military and the RSF.
The Rapid Support Forces (RSF) is a Sudanese rebel militia that has been accused of genocide.
January 01, 2025
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temporal
Characterization of the RSF relevant to international law and humanitarian concerns.
A 2024 United Nations panel of experts reported that it found credible allegations that the United Arab Emirates provided weapons and funding to Sudan's Rapid Support Forces (RSF).
January 01, 2024
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report_finding
A UN panel's assessment regarding external support to a Sudanese paramilitary group.
Since 2023, the Rapid Support Forces (RSF) have been engaged in armed conflict with Sudan's national army over control of Sudan.
January 01, 2023
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temporal
Description of the primary belligerents and the start year of the larger civil conflict in Sudan.
The Rapid Support Forces (RSF) emerged from the Janjaweed militia that operated in Darfur in the early 2000s, and the Janjaweed were accused of committing genocide.
January 01, 2000
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temporal
Origins of the RSF and historical accusations against the Janjaweed during the Darfur conflict.