Barah massacre
| Barah Massacre | |
|---|---|
| Part of the aftermath of the Battle of Barah and war crimes during the Sudanese civil war | |
| Location | Villages in West Barah locality |
| Date | 28-29 May 2026 |
| Target | Native citizens of North Kordofan |
Attack type | Massacre |
| Deaths | 58 civilians |
| Perpetrator |  Rapid Support Forces |
| Motive | Unknown |
The Barah massacre refers to the RSF attacks on the villages near Barah in May 2026 as part of the aftermath of the fall of the city in March.[1][2]
Attacks
[edit]28 May
[edit]On 28 May, during the second day of the Islamic holiday Eid Al-Adha, RSF launched a violent attack in villages in west Barah locality, including Al-Murra, Um Saddoun al-Sharif, and al-Radha. The attack was reported by the General Union of Dar Hamid Tribe. The incident had over 30 fatalities according to the tribe. The union also confirmed the attacks were used by 20 RSF combat vehicles.[3][4] On the other hand, a medical group reports only 27 victims. With the Sudan Doctors Network reporting civilians were executed in a brutal manner as a violation of international humanitarian law.[5] On 30 May, a mass grave containing 27 victims was found, raising the government's death toll to 58.[6]
29 May
[edit]The day after, the RSF launched second attacks. These were more focused on Al-Murrah amid a complete communications blackout. The RSF reportedly took control of satellite internet devices used by residents, which limits the flow of information and hampering coordination from the areas. [7]
Reactions
[edit]The Sudanese foreign ministry strongly condemned the massacre, and called on the United Nations and the African Union to hold RSF accountable. The ministry stated that no more than 60 civilians were killed and urged the international community to issue a condemnation. It renewed its call for the RSF to be designated as a terrorist organization, citing RSF's historical record of violence, destruction of property, and war crimes against humanity.[8]
The National Umma Party condemned the RSF's attacks and called on both sides in the conflict to withdraw military elements from civilian areas and strictly adhere to their obligations under the international humanitarian law.[9]
References
[edit]- ↑ Staff, The Media Line (29 May 2026). "RSF Accused of Killing 27 Civilians in North Kordofan Villages During Eid al-Adha Holiday". The Media Line.
- ↑ "TRT Afrika - Sudan's RSF kills 27 civilians in attacks on North Kordofan villages: medics". www.trtafrika.com.
- ↑ "27 killed, including elderly, by RSF attack in Sudan's Kordofan". The New Arab.
- ↑ "RSF attack kills 30 civilians in North Kordofan villages, tribal union says". Sudan Tribune. 29 May 2026.
- ↑ Magee, Caolán. "Sudan medical group says RSF-affiliated fighters kill 27 civilians". Al Jazeera.
- ↑ "Sudan gov reports 58 dead in RSF attack on North Kordofan villages". Radio Dabanga. 1 June 2026. Retrieved 3 June 2026.
- ↑ "RSF Accused of Killing 27 Civilians in North Kordofan Villages During Eid al-Adha Holiday". The Media Line. 29 May 2026.
- ↑ "Sudan calls for international action after RSF massacre kills dozens in North Kordofan". Sudan Tribune. 31 May 2026.
- ↑ "National Umma Party condemns RSF's latest attacks on villages in North Kordofan". Sudan Tribune.