New Allegations Against RSF
A report by Amnesty International details further allegations of atrocities carried out by the Rapid Support Forces during their seizure of El Fasher last October.
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Fresh Evidence of RSF Atrocities in Sudan
Amnesty International presents new allegations of atrocities by the Rapid Support Forces in El Fasher, alongside updates on Venezuela, Japan, and Dutch football.
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RSF Response to Allegations
The Rapid Support Forces have admitted to abuses but argue that the extent of these abuses has been exaggerated.
2Venezuela Earthquake Relief
Following two earthquakes last week, Venezuelans are calling for more equipment to search for the missing.
4Japanese Yen Decline
The Japanese yen has fallen to its lowest level against the US dollar in 40 years.
5Racism in Dutch Football
Football players from the Netherlands experienced racist abuse after failing to win a penalty shoot-out against Morocco.
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“What specific atrocities does the Amnesty International report detail?”
“How have other international bodies responded to the RSF's admission of abuses?”
“What is the current humanitarian situation in El Fasher?”
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Context
The War in Sudan
The conflict in Sudan has displaced numerous civilians, with gatherings marking the third anniversary of the war in April 2026.
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What new evidence has been presented regarding the RSF?
Amnesty International has presented a report with further allegations of atrocities carried out by the RSF when they seized El Fasher last October.
1How has the RSF responded to the allegations?
The RSF has admitted to abuses but claims they have been exaggerated.
2What is the current situation in Venezuela?
Venezuelans want more equipment to search for the missing following two earthquakes last week.
4What is the status of the Japanese yen?
The Japanese yen has fallen to its lowest level against the US dollar in 40 years.
5What incident occurred involving Dutch football players?
Players from the Netherlands experienced racist abuse for failing to win a penalty shoot-out against Morocco.
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This guide is based on the Global News Podcast episode 'Fresh evidence of RSF 'atrocities' in Sudan' published on 2026-07-01.
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A report by the rights group Amnesty International has further allegations of atrocities carried out by the Rapid Support Forces when they seized the city of El Fasher last October.
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The RSF has admitted abuses - but says they've been exaggerated.
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Also: China introduces a new law to promote ethnic harmony - but will it?
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Venezuelans want more equipment to search for the missing following two earthquakes last week.
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The Japanese yen falls to its lowest level against the US dollar in 40 years.
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And football players from the Netherlands have experienced racist abuse for failing to win a penalty shoot-out against Morocco.
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Photo: Sudanese civilian refugee in Nairobi, Kenya at a gathering to mark the third anniversary of the war in Sudan in April 2026 Credit: DANIEL IRUNGU/EPA/Shutterstock
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