Sudan’s military announced on Tuesday that it is nearing full control of Khartoum State, as it intensifies its operations against the paramilitary Rapid Support Forces (RSF).
Military spokesperson Nabil Abdullah stated that army units are advancing in the south and west of Omdurman and are actively clearing the Salha area and its surroundings. “Our forces continue to crush the RSF militia… and we are close to clearing the entire state of Khartoum,” he said.
The RSF has not yet issued a response to the army’s latest claims.
The conflict, which erupted in April 2023, has plunged Sudan into a prolonged civil war, with both sides vying for control of key regions, including the capital. The fighting has led to catastrophic humanitarian consequences.
According to UN figures and local sources, over 20,000 people have been killed and more than 15 million displaced. However, estimates from U.S.-based researchers suggest the death toll could be as high as 130,000, making it one of the deadliest conflicts in recent years.
The latest military push signals a possible turning point in the battle for the capital, though the broader conflict remains far from resolved.