The Sudanese army has reclaimed the presidential palace in Khartoum after intense clashes with the Rapid Support Forces (RSF), marking a major turning point in the ongoing war.
The military’s latest advance signals its push to regain control of the capital after being forced out nearly two years ago.
Government soldiers celebrated their victory, with images circulating online showing troops cheering and offering prayers after reclaiming the palace. The RSF, which has dominated much of the capital and western Sudan since the conflict began, has not yet issued a statement on the loss.
Fighting in Khartoum has been relentless since the civil war erupted. The presidential palace, a key symbol of power, was a strategic stronghold for the RSF. The latest battle saw explosions from airstrikes and drone attacks shaking the city, according to witnesses.
Despite the army’s success in retaking parts of central Sudan, RSF leader Mohamed Hamdan Dagalo, also known as Hemedti, has vowed to continue the fight. In a recent video statement, he warned of new attacks in the northern cities, showing that the conflict is far from over.
Peace efforts have repeatedly failed, with both sides refusing to back down. The war has devastated Sudan, causing mass displacement and what the UN calls the world’s worst humanitarian crisis. With no clear resolution in sight, the battle for control of Sudan’s key regions continues.