The Sudanese army is progressing in Kafouri, the RSF’s last stronghold in Khartoum Bahri, amid ongoing confrontations. They have captured residential squares, showcasing military success with the acquisition of RSF weapons and assets. Control over Kafouri and its strategic bridges is paramount for future operations in Khartoum.
The Sudanese army is advancing steadily in Kafouri, the final stronghold of the Rapid Support Forces (RSF) within Khartoum Bahri, aiming to regain control of the capital, Khartoum. Recent clashes in Kafouri have continued for days amid a noticeable pause in military operations at other fronts. Kafouri is strategically located east of Khartoum Bahri and near Hallat Kuku, where RSF forces are substantially deployed.
Over the recent days, the army has engaged in intense fighting in the residential areas of Kafouri, which have served as a fortified position for the RSF since the conflict began in April 2023. According to field sources, the Sudanese army has made significant progress, capturing key residential squares and pushing RSF forces westward toward the industrial zone and south toward Square 12 of Kafouri.
The army has shared video evidence showcasing the capture of various military assets, including weapons, ammunition, and vehicles from the RSF in Kafouri. Heavy artillery has also been employed against RSF positions. Recent displays of military success indicate that the army has acquired substantial supplies previously hidden in the Kafouri area.
Lieutenant General Abdel Fattah al-Burhan, the Chairman of the Transitional Sovereign Council and Commander-in-Chief of the Armed Forces, inspected troops across Khartoum Bahri, including Al-Kadru and Kafouri. Accompanied by Lieutenant General Yasir Abdulrahman al-Atta, he emphasized the strategic importance of these operations.
The strategic goal is to secure the entire Kafouri area, subsequently reaching the East Nile locality center at Hallat Kuku, a critical market hub for RSF forces. Control over Kafouri and Hallat Kuku is vital due to their proximity to three essential bridges leading into Khartoum: the Armed Forces Bridge, and the Al-Manshiya and Soba bridges, which the RSF currently controls.
Kafouri plays a crucial role as it is adjacent to Khartoum Bahri’s industrial sector, one of Sudan’s largest. This area has thus been fortified, allowing RSF forces to utilize high buildings for tactical advantage as sniper positions.
The Sudanese army is making significant gains in Kafouri, the last stronghold of the RSF in Khartoum Bahri, indicating a potential shift in the battle for control of Khartoum. With ongoing clashes resulting in the capture of strategic locations and military asset acquisitions, the army is well-positioned to impact the broader conflict dynamics. Control of vital bridges and areas surrounding Khartoum remains crucial for the RSF and the army’s objectives.
Original Source: sudantribune.com
