In brief
In a recent announcement, Sudan's military declared that the paramilitary group Rapid Support Forces (RSF) has been entirely expelled from Khartoum state, signaling a new chapter in the ongoing conflict that has devastated the capital. The military’s statement, released via Sudan's News Agency, followed a successful recapture of Khartoum city nearly two months ago, which included strategic locations such as the presidential palace.
The declaration comes amidst continued skirmishes in the region, particularly in Omdurman, prompting the military's launch of a "large-scale offensive." The RSF has yet to respond to the military's claims. With the capital previously serving as the center of the Sudanese government, the military's leadership has shifted focus to Port Sudan after losing control of Khartoum, making the port city a recent focal point for violence.Port Sudan is now facing increased tensions, especially after aerial assaults reportedly tied to the RSF caused damage to vital infrastructure, leading to severe shortages of water and electricity. The civil war, which has raged for three years, has resulted in vast humanitarian crises, displacing millions and claiming countless lives; both warring factions face allegations of war crimes. International relations have also been strained, especially with the United Arab Emirates, following accusations by Sudan of the Gulf nation’s support for the RSF.As the conflict escalates, the focus now shifts to the implications of the military's offensive and its potential effects on the broader humanitarian situation in the region.
