Sudan has accused Chad of supporting the Rapid Support Forces (RSF) in the ongoing conflict by allowing its territory to serve as a supply route for military equipment from the UAE. The Sudanese government claims that drones used by the RSF in attacks on Sudanese targets have been launched from inside Chad.
Sudanese Minerals Minister Mohamed Bashir Abunommo called for decisive action against what he described as escalating Chadian aggression. He urged political and military leaders to convene and formulate a coordinated response to confront this growing threat. Abunommo criticized Chadian President Mahamat Idriss Déby for sending a congratulatory message on Sudan’s National Day, questioning the sincerity of Chad’s intentions while allegedly facilitating RSF operations.
The RSF has intensified its campaign in key regions of Sudan. In Al Jazirah state, RSF forces targeted bridges to disrupt army movements, while the Sudanese military destroyed infrastructure to hinder RSF advances. The RSF has expanded its control in the region, including the strategic city of Wad Madani, captured in late 2023.
In Khartoum and its twin cities, the Sudanese army has conducted artillery and airstrikes against RSF positions, targeting key neighborhoods and thwarting drone attacks. Despite ongoing clashes, both sides remain entrenched in urban areas.
In North Darfur, RSF forces renewed their heavy artillery bombardment of the Zamzam camp for displaced people, home to tens of thousands. Reports of casualties remain unclear due to communication disruptions and continuous shelling. The RSF claims the camp harbors opposition fighters, a charge denied by local forces.
As the conflict escalates, Sudanese leaders have voiced growing concerns about Chad’s alleged involvement, warning of broader regional implications if the aggression is not addressed decisively.