Military Victorious: Sudan's Army Regains Presidential Palace from RSF Militia
- Sudan: Military reclaims Presidential Palace from RSF militia group
Get the scoop on the latest goings-on in Sudan's battlefield!
So Long, RSF Militia!
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In a whirlwind turn of events, Sudan's military and government officials declare that they've recaptured the Presidential Palace in Khartoum from the RSF militia. Minister of Information Khaled al-Esir declared it triumphantly on Telegram, "Our flag is flying, the palace is back in our hands!" An army spokesperson underscored the sentiment, calling the gain a "crowning of our successes." Various ministry buildings have also pledged allegiance to the military.
Clean-up Operations underway!
Currently, search and seizure operations are afoot around the palace to track down remaining RSF members rumored to be hiding in buildings and shops. Gunfire has been heard in the area, prompting speculation of lingering resistance. As of now, the RSF remains unreachable for comment.
Not Just a Palace, but the Heart of the Nation!
This reclamation of the presidential palace would mark one of the military's most significant victories amid ongoing power struggles between military chief Abdel Fattah al-Burhan and RSF leader Mohammed Hamdan Daglo.
Battles Galore!
Recent days witnessed heated fighting, with an RSF spokesperson reporting over 600 militia casualties just on Thursday. The military launched a massive offensive weeks ago, aiming to drive the RSF out of the capital, Khartoum. The capture of the presidential palace is a clear sign of the military's success, symbolizing the nation's spirit.
Capital Conquest, Divided Nation?
A city's fall could instigate an accelerated military takeover of Sudan's core and further territorial division, with tensions escalating between the opposing factions.
Navigation Challenge!
For nearly two years, Sudan has wrestled with a power struggle between de-facto leader Abdel Fattah al-Burhan and his former deputy, Mohamed Hamdan Daglo, commander of the RSF. The conflict has forced 12.9 million people to flee their homes, making it the world's biggest refugee crisis, according to UN estimates[1]. Tens of thousands have perished, with grave concerns over famine affecting several regions[2]. The United Nations describes the situation as the world's most pressing humanitarian crisis.
The RSF maintains strongholds in western regions, such as Darfur. In coalition with other political and military groups, they are working tirelessly to establish a counter-government in their territories [1]. Both parties accuse each other of war crimes.
- Sudan
- Khartoum
- Military
- Power struggle
- Tactical Victory
- Abd al-Fattah al-Burhan
- Mohamed Hamdan Daglo
[1] Sudan's Deepening Crisis: A Humanitarian Nightmare and Potential Territorial Division, BBC News[2] Famine warnings in Sudan as millions flee their homes, The Guardian
Image Credit: Reuters, Mohammed Abdallah
- The Council, in response to the current situation in Sudan, also adopted a resolution regarding the ongoing struggles.
- According to recent reports, buildings in Sudan were pledged allegiance to the military following their successful takeover of the presidential palace.
- The International community, including organizations such as Reporters Without Borders (RSF), has been grappling with the complexities of the ongoing power struggle in Sudan, especially in confirming the safety of journalists in the region.
