The Sudanese military has made significant advances in central Khartoum, reclaiming several strategic buildings from paramilitary forces. This follows a recent declaration by army chief Abdel Fattah al-Burhan, who vowed to liberate the capital completely after successfully regaining control of the presidential palace. Sudan Military Reclaims Central Khartoum Landmarks According to military spokesperson Nabil Abdallah, the army continues to push back against the Rapid Support Forces (RSF) in the city center. Among the recovered sites are the Central Bank, the state intelligence headquarters, and the Sudan National Museum. These developments mark a turning point in the ongoing power struggle between the Sudanese Armed Forces and RSF. Despite these military gains, Sudan remains deeply divided. The army holds the eastern and northern regions, while RSF maintains control over much of western Darfur and parts of the southern territory. Ongoing Clashes in Sudan’s Capital Reports indicate that national institutions in central Khartoum were looted by paramilitaries in the early weeks of the conflict, which erupted in April 2023. The RSF still occupies parts of Khartoum’s heavily damaged airport, a key battleground in the near two-year-long war. On Friday, army forces and allied groups successfully recaptured the presidential palace from RSF fighters. However, the paramilitary group retaliated with a drone strike, resulting in the deaths of three Sudanese TV journalists and several military personnel. The army revealed that the RSF had used the palace as a base to house elite fighters and stockpile ammunition. Sudan Conflict Intensifies Despite Army Gains While the army’s advances could strengthen its hold on Khartoum, experts suggest that the conflict is far from over. With recent progress, military forces have taken control of the southern banks of the Blue Nile, which separates the capital from Khartoum North. Additionally, they have secured the critical route connecting central Khartoum to its twin city, Omdurman, via the White Nile. Since the outbreak of hostilities in April 2023, Sudan has witnessed a violent power struggle between army chief Abdel Fattah al-Burhan and his former deputy, Mohamed Hamdan Daglo, leader of the RSF. As battles continue, humanitarian concerns remain high, with thousands displaced due to ongoing clashes. For in-depth coverage and expert analysis, visit BBC News and Al Jazeera READ ALSO: Follow the LMSINT MEDIA channel on WhatsApp: Join Our WhatsApp Group Hear: Chat on WhatsApp Join our Telegram Chanel.
A devastating airstrike by Sudan’s military targeted a bustling market in North Darfur, claiming over 100 lives and leaving hundreds injured. The attack occurred in Kabkabiya, approximately 180 kilometers west of El-Fasher, during the town’s weekly market day. Residents from nearby villages had gathered, making the tragedy even more catastrophic, according to the Emergency Lawyers, a pro-democracy advocacy group documenting the ongoing conflict. The war between the Sudanese military and the paramilitary Rapid Support Forces (RSF) has caused tens of thousands of deaths, displaced over 11 million people, and plunged Sudan into a humanitarian crisis the United Nations describes as unprecedented in modern history. Humanitarian Toll and Escalation Footage from civil society groups revealed harrowing scenes of destruction, showing survivors sifting through rubble and burned remains. While the RSF has used drones in some attacks, only the Sudanese army possesses fighter jets, maintaining air dominance over the war-ravaged region. The Sudanese military defended its operations, claiming to target rebel bases, while dismissing allegations of civilian casualties as “lies” spread by RSF-affiliated groups. However, reports from eyewitnesses and humanitarian organizations paint a grim picture of deliberate attacks on civilian areas, contradicting both sides’ claims of targeting only military assets. Regional Devastation Darfur, a region as large as France, has become a focal point of violence, with the RSF controlling much of the area. Meanwhile, clashes in other parts of Sudan, including Omdurman, have intensified. On Monday, paramilitary shelling of a passenger bus in Omdurman killed at least 15 people, with hospitals overwhelmed by casualties. Civilian Impact and International Condemnation Both warring factions stand accused of war crimes, including indiscriminate bombings and targeting residential areas. Human Rights Watch recently condemned RSF and allied Arab militias for committing atrocities against civilians, particularly in South Kordofan, urging international bodies to intervene to protect vulnerable populations. The violence shows no signs of abating, with escalating strikes creating unbearable conditions for millions of displaced Sudanese. Calls for international action grow louder as civilians bear the brunt of this relentless conflict. READ ALSO: Follow the LMSINT MEDIA channel on WhatsApp: Join Our WhatsApp Group Hear: Chat on WhatsApp Join our Telegram Chanel.
