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Sudan’s army claims dozens of RSF fighters killed in Nyala attack

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Briefings

Rapid Support Forces (RSF) allege that the Sudanese army killed 30 civilians during an attack on Nyala's livestock market. This claim emerged on October 17, 2026, following a reported clash in the region. The specific number of casualties remains disputed, with RSF asserting 30 deaths while the army denies the attack occurred. No independent verification of the casualty count or the specific nature of the market attack is available in the provided source.

Key points

• RSF claims 30 civilians were killed during an attack on Nyala's livestock market.
• The army denies the attack and the specific casualty count.

Context

The conflict between the Sudanese army and the Rapid Support Forces (RSF) in the Central Sudan region has been ongoing since 2023. Tensions escalated in October 2026, leading to reports of violence in Nyala, a city known for its livestock markets. The specific details of the attack and the casualty count remain unverified.

Limitations

The provided evidence is a single sentence from a news article dated October 17, 2026. It lacks context regarding the broader conflict, the specific timeline of the attack, or the identity of the victims. The casualty figure of 30 is asserted by RSF but not independently verified by the army or other sources.

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