RSF

The RSF, or Rapid Support Forces, is a paramilitary group in Sudan that originated from the Janjaweed militia and has become a powerful military force.

Why it’s in the news: It is in the news due to its ongoing armed conflict with the Sudanese army, widespread allegations of committing war crimes and crimes against humanity, and the sentencing of its chief to death.

Latest on RSF

• 'No safe options' for thousands sheltering in key Sudan city as RSF fighters advance
• Sudan's paramilitary RSF chief sentenced to death over war crimes
• Sudan's RSF committed crimes against humanity in el-Fasher, Amnesty says
• Sudan’s RSF committed ethnic cleansing, says Amnesty

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