Al Jazeera News Updates Sudanese Army accuses RSF of mass killings, Netherlands general election
Oct 29, 2025
Today's news highlights include grave allegations from the Sudanese army against the RSF, claiming over 2,000 mass killings in Al-Fashir and a looming humanitarian crisis with 250,000 civilians trapped. The conflict's territorial stakes across Darfur and Kordofan are laid out, revealing fierce battles for control. Meanwhile, escalating strikes in Gaza raise casualties and ceasefire concerns, while the Netherlands election muddles in uncertainty, with critical seat margins prompting potential coalition negotiations.
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Al‑Fashir Mass Killings And Humanitarian Crisis
- The Sudanese army says the RSF carried out mass killings in Al-Fashir, with at least 2,000 dead and possibly many more.
- Around 250,000 civilians are trapped, highlighting a rapidly worsening humanitarian catastrophe.
Territory Shapes Violence And Access
- The UN secretary-general's spokesman condemned deliberate attacks on civilians in Al-Fashir.
- Control of territory by RSF and army shapes both violence and access to civilians in Darfur and Kordofan.
Gaza Ceasefire Eroded By Major Strikes
- Ceasefire violations in Gaza killed dozens, including many children, undermining trust in the truce.
- Mediators now focus on next truce phases, including potential disarmament of Hamas.