PrintThe war in Sudan, which began in 2023, has recently attracted considerable media attention in light of the capture of El Fasher in north Darfur by the 'Rapid Support Forces' (RSF), which broke off from the Sudanese armed forces (SAF) and is backed by the UAE. Much of this coverage justifiably focuses on shock and outrage at massacres and violations committed by members of the RSF.
Something arguably missing in the wider coverage is an attempt to understand the motivations and aims of the main warring sides. Such understanding could be realised by trying to reach out to combatants and interviewing them. For example, many supporters of the RSF rhetorically frame the fight as one against 'Islamism' and/or the Muslim Brotherhood. Is there any truth to this claim?
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