Hundreds of RSF fighters defect to Sudanese Army
The Sudanese Armed Forces (SAF) reported that hundreds of members of the paramilitary Rapid Support Forces (RSF), including several commanders, have defected from the group. This development marks a significant internal challenge for the RSF amid the ongoing civil war in Sudan, which has caused widespread displacement and humanitarian crisis across the country.
Date: August 19, 2026
Location: Khartoum, Sudan
Conflict: Sudanese Civil War
Category: other
Severity: HIGH
Source: Anadolu Agency