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  After nearly two years of brutal warfare, the Sudanese army is making decisive gains—but will it be enough to finally crush the Rapid Support Forces? The Sudanese military has announced a major breakthrough in the capital, Khartoum, claiming to have surrounded the airport and nearby areas while pushing the paramilitary Rapid Support Forces (RSF) out of key neighborhoods. This marks a significant shift in a conflict that has ravaged the country since April 2023, leaving tens of thousands dead and millions displaced. Eyewitnesses report RSF fighters retreating from eastern Khartoum districts like Burri and Arkaweet, as well as southern strongholds such as Al-Azhari and Al-Sahafa. If these claims hold, it could signal the beginning of the end for the RSF’s dominance in the capital. The army’s latest control map reveals an expanding presence not just in Khartoum but also in White Nile and Kordofan states, regions that have seen fierce battles over the past year. The Sudan Shield Forc...

  The ongoing war in Sudan has taken a dramatic turn with the Sudanese Armed Forces (SAF) recapturing key government buildings in Khartoum , including the presidential palace, from the Rapid Support Forces (RSF). These military gains are not only strategic but could also shift the balance of power in the capital in favor of the government. However, while Sudan’s government is making advances, the conflict is having dangerous ripple effects on its southern neighbor. South Sudan’s fragile coalition government has been thrown into turmoil after last week’s collapse of a crucial peace deal between President Salva Kiir and Vice President Riek Machar. With growing political instability and mounting violence, South Sudan now faces the terrifying prospect of another civil war. The dismissal of the governor of Upper Nile state by President Kiir has further aggravated tensions between his administration and Machar’s faction. Upper Nile has become a flashpoint for violence, as government forc...

  Sudan’s military has declared a significant victory in the ongoing conflict by retaking the Republican Palace in Khartoum, the symbolic heart of the nation’s government. This marks a major milestone in the nearly two-year-long war against the paramilitary Rapid Support Forces (RSF), who had held the palace as their last stronghold in the capital. Videos circulating on social media show soldiers celebrating inside the compound, chanting “God is the greatest!” as they tread over broken tiles and debris. The palace, once a gleaming symbol of Sudanese sovereignty, now lies partly in ruins, a stark reminder of the devastation wrought by the conflict. The recapture of the Republican Palace is more than just a strategic win; it’s a deeply symbolic moment for Sudan’s military. The palace, immortalized on Sudanese banknotes and postage stamps, has long been a symbol of national pride and governance. Its fall to the RSF in 2023 was a blow to the military’s prestige, and its recapture signa...

  In a move that has sent shockwaves through the region, Sudan’s Ministry of Trade and Supply has officially announced the suspension of all imports from Kenya. This unprecedented decision comes as a direct response to Kenya’s recent hosting of the paramilitary Rapid Support Forces (RSF) in Nairobi last month. The announcement followed a critical Cabinet resolution that aimed to punish Kenya for allegedly facilitating RSF activities, which has only fueled the already tense situation in Sudan. This bold stance highlights the Sudanese government’s growing concerns about its national interests and security. The Sudanese government justified its decision by referencing Cabinet Resolution No. (129) of 2024, backed by the Sovereignty Council’s committee recommendations. These measures were explicitly designed to counter Kenya’s involvement with the RSF group. Sudan’s Ministry of Foreign Affairs condemned the move, accusing Kenya of undermining Sudan’s sovereignty and interfering in its i...

  Sudan’s Rapid Support Forces (RSF) and its allied groups have taken a significant step in reshaping the country’s political landscape by signing a transitional constitution . This move pushes them closer to establishing a parallel government amidst an ongoing two-year war with the army. The war has brought devastating consequences, including mass displacement, extreme hunger, and horrifying episodes of ethnically-charged violence and sexual abuse. Despite being on the defensive in recent conflicts, the RSF’s latest strategy appears to be a direct challenge to the army-led government, signaling a bold and controversial shift in Sudan’s struggle for control. The RSF’s move comes at a time of intense fighting, with both factions vying for dominance. On Tuesday, the RSF launched a long-range drone attack targeting the Merowe Dam, Sudan’s largest power generation station. This assault knocked out electricity in large parts of northern Sudan, amplifying the suffering of civilians. Mean...

  The Sudanese conflict continues to produce extensive human rights abuses with armies targeting civilian population and using chemical weapons according to expressed allegations. The substantial foreign backing General Abdel Fattah al-Burhan's Sudanese army receives from foreign nations drives this humanitarian crisis escalated beyond control. Foreign global backing enables armed forces to commit more harmful actions which simultaneously makes peace deals and legal determinations more difficult to achieve. Among foreign powers Burhan's forces receive their strongest endorsement from Egypt. As Egypt borders Sudan the two countries maintain longstanding armed forces relationships. From when the conflict began Egypt welcomed Burhan into its territory to establish peace dialogue among Sudan's neighboring countries. Egypt advocates a truce in Sudan while asserting it is an internal situation that could unintentionally protect the Sudanese military from international investigati...