Earlier this week, the Rapid Support Forces militia were pushed out of their positions in the Sudanese capital by the national army. This shift in power represents a significant milestone in the ongoing two-year civil conflict.
The leader of the Rapid Support Forces militia acknowledged during a speech on Sunday that the
group has withdrawn
From Sudan’s capital, Khartoum, following their control of the city for almost two years amid the civil conflict.
The disclosure followed afterwards.
The Sudanese military announced on Thursday
that the capital was “free” from the control of militias that gained control of the city after the war broke out in April 2023.
The leader of the Rapid Support Forces (RSF), Mohammed Hamdan Dagalo, stated three days prior that they would not withdraw nor yield, adding that their troops were “reequilibrated” following the recapture of the city by opposing army units.
The RSF pullout marks a symbolic shift in Sudan’s civil conflict.
Daglo shared on X saying, “I assure you that we have definitely departed from Khartoum, however… we shall return with an even firmer resolve.”
Those who believe that there are talks or accords underway with this nefarious group are incorrect,” he stated, referring to the Sudanese army. “We do not have any pact or dialogue with them; we communicate solely through military means.
Sudan in the grip of the world’s worst hunger crisis
The conflict has led to what the United Nations characterizes as the globe’s most severe food shortage and refugee crisis.
Over 12 million individuals have been displaced, tens of thousands have lost their lives, and a United Nations-supported evaluation has reported famine conditions in certain areas of the nation.
Nevertheless, Army Chief Abdel Fattah al-Burhan pledged on Saturday not to retreat, following a conclusive assault where his forces were instrumental.
recaptured the presidential palace, the airport, and other crucial locations in the downtown area
.
Forgiveness, concessions, and negotiations are off the table,” stated Burhan, emphasizing that true triumph would not occur until “every single rebel has been eliminated from every part of Sudan.
The US continues to be committed to facilitating peace efforts aimed at ending the conflict.
The United States Secretary of State Marco Rubio had earlier stated on Thursday that
Washington aimed to achieve more through diplomatic means to conclude the conflict in Sudan.
.
Rubio mentioned that he was actively involved in matters concerning Sudan and had recently conversed about the conflict with various global figures, such as Kenyan President William Ruto and Ethiopian Prime Minister Abiy Ahmed.
Blinken, who preceded Rubio, made significant efforts to try to bring the conflict to a halt but eventually expressed frustration over his inability to achieve this goal. He criticized both parties for their involvement in alleged war crimes.
The United States has enacted sanctions on both parties, alleging that the military attacked civilians and stating that the Rapid Support Forces (RSF) committed “genocide” in the western Darfur area.
Edited by: Roshni Majumdar