Sudan’s Rapid Support Forces (RSF) have taken a terrifying new approach in the ongoing conflict. As thousands of desperate civilians flee the embattled city of el-Fasher, many are being abducted and held for ransom by RSF fighters. These families, already traumatized by war, now face the heartbreaking task of scraping together money to save their loved ones.
The Horrifying Reality on the Ground
Eyewitnesses report that people are snatched while trying to escape violence, only to have RSF fighters demand payments for their release. These ransoms are often far beyond what most families can afford. It’s a cruel twist in a conflict where survival is already a daily struggle. Many families have no choice but to sell everything they own or borrow from neighbors, hoping and praying they can bring their loved ones home.
Hope Amid Desperation
This situation has left the people of el-Fasher caught between violence and extortion. While the world watches, these families show incredible resilience and unity—supporting each other in dark times. Still, you have to wonder: when did escaping war become a business opportunity for armed groups? War is hell, but this is just plain evil with a side of extortion.
Sources:
aljazeera.com
