Commander who was filmed killing civilians in Sudan is back in combat, sources say
A Sudanese paramilitary commander, known for executing civilians, has reportedly returned to combat after being released from prison. Despite denials from the Rapid Support Forces (RSF), multiple sources confirm his presence on the battlefield. His actions during the al-Fashir offensive have drawn international condemnation and sanctions for war crimes.
- ▪Brigadier General al-Fateh Abdullah Idris, known as Abu Lulu, was filmed executing unarmed civilians in Sudan.
- ▪He was imprisoned following global outrage but has now reportedly returned to active duty on the battlefield.
- ▪The RSF has denied his release, claiming he remains in detention and will face trial for his actions.
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Commander who was filmed killing civilians in Sudan is back in combat, sources saySign up now: Get ST's newsletters delivered to your inboxPublished May 19, 2026, 01:43 AMUpdated May 19, 2026, 01:43 AMMay 18 - A Sudanese paramilitary commander who was arrested late last year following global outrage over videos of him executing unarmed people in al-Fashir has been released from prison and returned to active duty on the battlefield, nine sources told Reuters.Two of the sources – a Sudanese intelligence official and a commander with the paramilitary Rapid Support Forces – said they personally saw RSF Brigadier General al-Fateh Abdullah Idris, known as Abu Lulu, on the battlefield in Kordofan in March.
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