Sexual violence used as 'weapon of war' in Sudan conflict, UN says (opens original article in a new tab)

The UN reports sexual violence is being used as a 'weapon of war' in Sudan's conflict, with 546 documented cases between 2023 and 2026, mostly linked to the Rapid Support Forces and affiliated groups. The report highlights ethnically targeted violence against the Masalit community and notes that the actual number of victims is likely much higher due to underreporting.

• UN report states sexual violence is used as a 'weapon of war' in Sudan conflict
• 546 incidents of conflict-related sexual violence documented between 2023 and 2026
• Most verified incidents attributed to Rapid Support Forces and affiliated groups
• Ethnically targeted sexual violence against Masalit community reported