The Sudanese army has increased its military offensive against the RSF in central Khartoum, engaging in significant clashes and artillery strikes, particularly around the Republican Palace. Witnesses report continued shelling and intense fighting across the city, especially focusing on RSF positions. The conflict, which has persisted since April 2023, sees the army advancing on multiple fronts to retake lost territory.
On February 14, 2025, the Sudanese army escalated its military actions against the paramilitary Rapid Support Forces (RSF) in central Khartoum. Battles were reported along Sayed Abdel Rahman Street, where the army conducted significant shelling near the Republican Palace, according to eyewitness accounts. Residents noted the sounds of explosions and observed smoke billowing from the vicinity of the palace, suspecting drone involvement in the attacks.
In Khartoum Bahri, local residents reported intense artillery bombardments targeting RSF concentrations. Clashes also erupted near the presidential palace, particularly around the Souq Arabi market, as the army utilized heavy artillery against the RSF’s positions in the area. Fighting has been persistent in Khartoum since mid-April 2023.
Heavy and light weapon fire was reported in the older districts of Omdurman as well, with explosions audible from central Khartoum. The army aimed its strikes at RSF snipers located within the Zitouna Hospital situated on Sayed Abdel Rahman Street, adjacent to the army’s general headquarters. The attack originated from the army’s base in central Khartoum.
The Sudanese army is reportedly advancing on multiple fronts to secure the Republican Palace, which the RSF has controlled since the conflict’s inception. Shelling of RSF positions has also occurred in Khartoum and East Nile, with smoke seen near the Soba Bridge, which links Khartoum and East Nile.
Army units are currently positioned around the capital, operating on various axes: the Jiyad axis to the south, the Soba axis to the east, the southwest axis extending from the armored corps to the industrial area, and the Mugran axis west of central Khartoum. The army’s general headquarters serves as a crucial hub for military operations, supported by the signal corps, weapons corps, and the Wadi Sidna base located north of Omdurman.
In summary, the Sudanese army has intensified its operations against the RSF in central Khartoum, highlighting the ongoing conflict that began in April 2023. With heavy shelling and tactical advances, the army aims to reclaim the Republican Palace and regain control of strategic locations in the capital. The situation remains volatile as both sides engage in heavy combat across multiple fronts.
Original Source: sudantribune.com
