The Sudanese Armed Forces (SAF) have reclaimed control of the presidential palace in Khartoum from the Rapid Support Forces (RSF), marking a significant shift in the nearly two-year-long civil war.
Key Developments
- Verified footage on social media shows jubilant soldiers celebrating, waving their weapons, and kneeling in prayer.
- The army’s spokesperson, Nabil Abdallah, confirmed that the military had seized key government buildings in central Khartoum, including the palace and several ministries.
- Abdallah stated that the RSF suffered heavy losses, with its fighters and equipment “completely destroyed”.
Why This Matters
- The RSF has controlled most of Khartoum and western Sudan since the war began, making this a major turning point in the conflict.
- The army has also reported territorial gains in central Sudan, signaling a broader push to reassert dominance.
- On Thursday, witnesses reported airstrikes and drone attacks near the Republican Palace, indicating intensified combat.
RSF’s Response & Ongoing Threats
- RSF commander Mohamed Hamdan Dagalo (Hemedti) vowed to defend the presidential palace and retaliate with further attacks in northern cities.
- Despite multiple failed peace efforts, both factions remain committed to military victory, prolonging the humanitarian crisis.
Humanitarian Crisis & Global Concerns
The UN has called Sudan’s war “the world’s largest humanitarian crisis”, with millions displaced and widespread human rights abuses reported on both sides.
With Khartoum back in army control, the conflict is at a critical juncture, but lasting peace remains elusive.
