Sudanese Army Recaptures HQ, Vows to "Eradicate" Ruling Revolutionary Forces
KHARTOUM, SUDAN – In a significant development in the ongoing Sudanese conflict, the Sudanese Army has recaptured its headquarters in Omdurman, a suburb of Khartoum, after a brief takeover by the General Command of the Rapid Support Forces (RSF), a military force loyal to former President Omar al-Bashir.
The RSF, which was formed in 2013 to help quell violence in Darfur, has been at the forefront of the ongoing power struggle in Sudan, with its leader, Abdel Aziz al-Hilal, declaring himself the head of the Transition Military Council after the overthrow of al-Bashir in April.
However, the Sudanese Army, led by Lieutenant General Abdel-Fattah al-Burhan, has rejected the RSF’s claim, arguing that it is the legitimate authority in the country.
On Wednesday, the Sudanese Army recaptured its headquarters in Omdurman, which was seized by the RSF earlier this month. The military said that it had restored order and stability to the area, vowing to "eradicate" the RSF and other "remnants of the old regime."
"We will not accept any attempts to undermine our country’s security and stability," General al-Burhan said in a statement. "We will eradicate the leaders and remnants of the old regime, including the RSF, and restore the dignity and pride of our nation."
The Sudanese Army’s recapture of its headquarters is seen as a significant blow to the RSF’s ambitions, which had previously threatened to march on Khartoum and take control of the government.
The RSF’s actions have been widely criticized by the international community, with the United Nations, the African Union, and the European Union all warning against any moves that could destabilize the situation in Sudan.
The Sudanese Army’s vow to eradicate the RSF has raised concerns about a potential escalation of the conflict, which has already led to the deaths of dozens of people and the displacement of thousands more.
The situation in Sudan remains fluid, with more reports of RSF forces being mobilized to defend themselves against the Sudanese Army. The international community is urging all parties to engage in dialogue and find a peaceful resolution to the crisis.
In the meantime, the Sudanese people are bracing themselves for a potentially violent showdown between the two rival military forces, which could have far-reaching consequences for the country’s fragile political and economic landscape.
