Sudan civil war: Military advances in Omdurman, secures key areas from RSF

Sudan civil war: Military advances in Omdurman, secures key areas from RSF

Sudanese military forces said Wednesday they have captured key areas in Omdurman, the country’s second-largest city, from the Rapid Support Forces (RSF) amid ongoing clashes in the region. The army announced the seizure of RSF-held territories in Mansoura, Murabaat, and Elfitihab, as well as a weapons and ammunition depot. Fighting has continued in the city for a second day, according to Sudanese state media and local reports. Omdurman sits across the Nile River from Khartoum, where heavy fighting has persisted since the conflict erupted in April 2023.Sudan civil war

The Sudan Tribune reported that the military freed three officers from RSF captivity during a special operation that resulted in the deaths of up to 20 RSF fighters, including a commander. Brigadier General Nabil Abdallah confirmed the operation, but did not verify the details. According to Al Jazeera RSF fighters are deploying drones to slow the military’s advance. The RSF has been accused of maintaining stockpiles of critical supplies, including flour and sugar, in the seized depots.Sudan civil warThe latest clashes mark a new phase in the war, which has displaced millions and left tens of thousands dead. The conflict has also exacerbated a humanitarian crisis, with famine spreading across the nation, according to United Nations (UN) backed reports.

International attention on Sudan intensified last month when the United States (US) declared that RSF forces had committed genocide, imposing sanctions on RSF leader Mohamed Hamdan Dagalo, known as “Hemedti.” Both sides in the conflict have faced allegations of war crimes and atrocities by human rights groups.

The ongoing violence has turned Sudan into the epicentre of the world’s largest internal displacement crisis. Despite the turmoil, some displaced residents have begun returning to areas retaken by government forces. In November, the Sudanese army regained control of Singah in Sennar province, offering a glimmer of hope for stability in certain regions.Sudan civil warIndian-American dhol band to perform at Donald Trump’s inaugural parade

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