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Khabor Wala Desk
Published: 28th March 2025, 11:55 AM
Khartoum, 28 March 2025 (BSS/AFP) – The Sudanese army has declared full control over the capital, Khartoum, following a weeklong offensive that saw the recapture of key strategic locations, including the presidential palace, the airport, and other major sites. The military’s victory marks a significant turning point in its prolonged battle against the Rapid Support Forces (RSF).
| Event | Details |
|---|---|
| Military Gains | Army regains full control over Khartoum after fierce clashes |
| Strategic Locations | Presidential Palace, Khartoum Airport, key districts secured |
| Army Statement | RSF “cleansed” from Khartoum; no remaining paramilitary strongholds |
| RSF Response | Denies defeat, claims forces have repositioned strategically |
| Casualties & Displacement | Tens of thousands dead, over 12 million displaced (UN) |
Sudanese Army:
“Our forces today have successfully and forcibly cleansed the last pockets of the remnants of the Daglo terrorist militia in Khartoum locality,” said army spokesperson Nabil Abdullah on Thursday night, referring to the RSF by the government’s official term.
Sudan’s army chief, Abdel Fattah al-Burhan, reinforced this claim on Wednesday, declaring the capital “free” from RSF presence while speaking from the recaptured presidential palace.
Rapid Support Forces (RSF): Despite reports of retreat, the RSF vowed to continue fighting.
“There will be no retreat and no surrender,” the paramilitary group stated. “We will deliver crushing defeats to the enemy on all fronts.”
| Region | Controlling Force |
| North & East Sudan | Sudanese Army |
| South Sudan & Darfur | Rapid Support Forces (RSF) |
The Sudanese conflict erupted in April 2023, pitting the army against the RSF in a power struggle that has since devastated the country. The war has resulted in massive displacement and severe humanitarian crises.
Casualties: Tens of thousands killed, according to estimates.
Displacement: More than 12 million people forced to flee their homes (UN data).
Infrastructure Damage: Major cities, including Khartoum, have been left in ruins.
The international community has expressed deep concern over the worsening humanitarian situation. Diplomats have urged both factions to seek a political resolution rather than prolonging the military conflict. However, with the RSF still in control of large parts of Sudan, particularly in the south and Darfur, the possibility of an immediate resolution remains uncertain.
The Sudanese army’s latest victory in Khartoum may shift the balance of power, but whether this will lead to a decisive end to the war remains to be seen.
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