Sudan’s army chief Abdel Fattah al-Burhan declared Khartoum ‘free’ from the RSF after nearly two years of war. As the RSF suffers significant blows, analysts warn that the conflict is ongoing, highlighted by recent alliances and civil unrest. Civilians in Khartoum celebrated the army’s advances while enduring the dire consequences of war.
On Wednesday, Sudan’s army chief, Abdel Fattah al-Burhan, proclaimed Khartoum free from the paramilitary Rapid Support Forces (RSF) after a prolonged conflict. Burhan, accompanied by soldiers, declared, “Khartoum is free, it’s done,” during a live broadcast, following a decisive military campaign to regain central Khartoum’s strategic governmental institutions. This marked his first visit to the besieged presidential palace since the conflict escalated in 2023.
The declaration of Khartoum’s freedom from the RSF signifies a pivotal moment, although analysts caution that the conflict is not yet resolved. With tens of thousands dead and millions displaced, the consequences of this war will continue to challenge Sudan. The RSF’s retreat and new alliances indicate ongoing instability as civilians face the aftermath of extensive violence and human rights abuses.
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