Paramilitary Forces’ Attack Claims Over 100 Lives in Sudan

On May 2, 2025, it was reported that more than 100 civilians were killed in an attack attributed to the Rapid Support Forces (RSF) in Nahud, southern Sudan. The Sudan Doctors Network, a physicians' association, condemned the violence, revealing that at least 21 children and 15 women were among the dead. The RSF has been accused of committing large-scale atrocities as they attempt to consolidate control in regions like Darfur.

This bloody incident marks a surge in violence amidst an already dire situation, with U.N. human rights chief Volker Türk noting that at least 542 civilians have died in the area over the past three weeks. He expressed deep concern over the escalating atrocities and the lack of safety for civilians following a prior offensive against the RSF by the Sudanese military in March 2025. In the wake of the conflict, RSF forces have declared autonomy in their territories, intensifying their efforts to dominate Darfur, where they are now asserting control.

The attack reflects a broader humanitarian crisis enveloping Sudan, as reports of looting, including medical supplies and essential services, contribute to the suffering of the local population. The chilling words of RSF indicating further impending “bloodshed” leave many fearing the worst for the future of the region.