Massacre at El-Fasher Hospital in Darfur Leaves Hundreds Dead

On October 26, 2025, the Rapid Support Forces (RSF) seized control of El-Fasher, the capital of North Darfur, Sudan. In the aftermath, reports emerged of a massacre at the Saudi Maternity Hospital, where over 460 patients and their companions were killed. The World Health Organization (WHO) expressed deep shock over these reports.

Details of the Attack

Witnesses described RSF fighters entering the hospital and systematically killing everyone present, including patients, their companions, and medical staff. The Sudan Doctors Network condemned the attack as a “full-fledged war crime” and highlighted the RSF’s disregard for civilian lives and international laws protecting health facilities.

International Response

The United Nations Security Council strongly condemned the RSF’s assault on El-Fasher, expressing deep concern over the potential for widespread atrocities and ethnically motivated violence. UN Secretary-General António Guterres called for an immediate end to military escalation in Sudan following the reports of mass killings at the hospital.

Humanitarian Crisis

The fall of El-Fasher, the last Sudanese army stronghold in Darfur, has exacerbated the humanitarian crisis in the region. Over 36,000 civilians have fled the city, with many seeking refuge in camps like Tawila. Aid organizations report severe malnutrition among children and a dire need for medical assistance. The conflict, which began in April 2023, has resulted in over 40,000 deaths and displaced approximately 14 million people.

Call for Accountability

Global condemnation has followed the release of graphic footage showing RSF-perpetrated atrocities. Human rights organizations and international officials are demanding urgent protection for civilians and accountability for the crimes committed. The U.S. Senate has encouraged designating the RSF as a foreign terrorist organization in response to their actions.