Rapid_Support_Forces sexual violence, ransoms

The war in Sudan>>>, now in its fourth year, is marked by widespread sexual violence, abduction, and ransom demands, primarily perpetrated by the Rapid Support Forces>>> (RSF). Women are being held as sex slaves and forced to pay ransoms, sometimes up to $10,000, for their freedom. The United Nations>>> has identified sexual violence as a defining feature of the conflict, with cases soaring since the war began. The Armed Conflict Location and Event Data>>> reports a 195% increase in ransom incidents. Victims describe horrific experiences of rape, torture, and forced calls to family for money. The Rapid Support Forces>>> has not responded to these accusations. The financial and emotional toll on families is immense, often leading to debt. International aid efforts are also affected, with the United States>>> having previously cut funding to the United Nations>>>.