Interactive dialogue on the oral update of the OHCHR on the human rights situation in and around El Fasher, in the context of the ongoing conflict in the Sudan

Interactive dialogue on the oral update of the OHCHR on the human rights situation in and around El Fasher, in the context of the ongoing conflict in the Sudan – 9 February 2026

Coordination des Associations et des Particuliers pour la Liberté de Conscience

Survivors of the attacks in El Fasher report mass atrocities and killings committed by the Rapid Support Forces after a year and a half of siege under horrific conditions, with no access to basic necessities. Civilians who fled describe widespread violence, including torture, kidnappings for ransom, sexual violence, disproportionately affecting women and girls, and summary executions as they attempted to escape. More than 1,000 days into the conflict, atrocities persist, and large-scale attacks are becoming a recurring pattern. Immediate and collective action is required to cease these crimes and prevent similar atrocities in other regions of Sudan.

We call on Member States to:

Put pressure on other States to cease providing support that enables the RSF to continue perpetrating atrocities and carrying out attacks.
Prevent, in particular, the United Arab Emirates from providing material and financial support to the RSF.
Support the United Nations in delivering humanitarian aid and assist neighbouring countries sheltering civilians displaced by the attacks in El Fasher.
Impose sanctions on individuals and entities allegedly involved in, or supporting, the recent attacks.

More information :

https://webtv.un.org/en/asset/k1m/k1mbkb20kd 1h27:30

Sudan: Oral Statement delivered at the Interactive Dialogue on the oral update of the OHCHR on the human rights situation in and around El Fasher, in the context of the ongoing conflict in the Sudan

https://defenddefenders.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/02/ID-9-February-2026-Sudan-Oral-statement.pdf