The Sudanese army has reclaimed the presidential palace in Khartoum from the RSF, marking a key milestone in their civil war. Despite this success, the RSF retains control over parts of western Sudan, and the conflict continues with ongoing clashes and humanitarian crises affecting millions.

The Sudanese army has successfully regained control of the presidential palace in Khartoum from the paramilitary Rapid Support Forces (RSF), marking a significant victory in the ongoing civil war. Social media footage depicts soldiers entering the damaged palace, celebrating their victory with gunfire and chants. Army spokesperson Nabil Abdallah confirmed the recapture on state television, indicating that the military has taken control of key government buildings in central Khartoum while inflicting losses on enemy fighters and capturing their equipment.

The RSF, which had held significant control over the capital and parts of western Sudan for almost two years, has yet to release any comments regarding the loss. The reclamation of the palace stands as a pivotal moment for the Sudanese Armed Forces amidst the protracted conflict. Despite this success, clashes and drone strikes continue, particularly near essential sites such as the Republican Palace.

Initially, the Sudanese army faced considerable resistance from the RSF, causing military leaders to relocate operations to Port Sudan on the Red Sea coast. Recently, however, the army has made strides in regaining territory, pushing RSF forces out of the capital. Information Minister Khaled al-Aiser confirmed the military’s achievement in retaking the palace, sharing on social media, “Today the flag is raised, the palace is back.”

While the army has made considerable progress in Khartoum, the overall war persists with the RSF maintaining control over Darfur, where they are establishing a parallel government. Reports also indicate continued fighting in northern cities, including claims by the RSF of controlling Al-Maliha, a strategic city near Chad and Libya’s borders. The military has acknowledged ongoing clashes but has not confirmed any losses of Al-Maliha.

The conflict has caused widespread devastation in Sudan, described by the UN as the world’s largest humanitarian crisis. Thousands of deaths and millions displaced have occurred due to the war, with civilians facing famine conditions prompting some to consume grass for survival. Both the military and RSF have been accused of serious human rights violations, with the US State Department labeling the RSF’s actions as genocide, claims both factions deny.

Sudan’s current instability can be traced back to the 2019 ousting of autocratic leader Omar al-Bashir, followed by a failed transition to democracy. A military coup in 2021 led by General Abdel Fattah al-Burhan and RSF leader Mohamed Hamdan Dagalo ignited the current conflict, exacerbating regional instability since 2023.

The Sudanese army’s recapture of the presidential palace marks a critical turning point in the ongoing civil war against the RSF. Despite this key victory, the RSF’s stronghold in Darfur and continued clashes in other regions indicate that the conflict remains unresolved. The humanitarian crisis continues to worsen, underscoring the urgent need for a resolution to restore stability in Sudan.

Original Source: www.novinite.com

Related posts:

Conflict Watchlist 2025: The Escalating Crisis in Sudan Sudanese Military Achieves Major Advances in Battle for Khartoum Sudanese Army Retakes Presidential Palace Amid Ongoing Conflict in Khartoum Sudanese Army Regains Control of Presidential Palace Amid Ongoing Conflict