The conflict in Sudan has escalated as the army initiates a significant offensive against the paramilitary Rapid Support Forces (RSF) in Khartoum. This marks a pivotal moment in the ongoing civil war, which has lasted for 17 months and resulted in immense suffering. The RSF currently holds control over much of the capital, prompting the army to employ artillery and airstrikes to reclaim lost territory.
Recent reports describe intense clashes and heavy shelling, particularly around key bridges connecting Khartoum with Omdurman and Bahri. This offensive is the army's most substantial effort to regain control in months, following a power struggle between army chief Abdel-Fattah Burhan and RSF leader Mohamed Hamdan Dagalo.
The civil war, ignited by a coup in 2021, has led to countless fatalities and displaced over 10 million people. As humanitarian conditions worsen, the international community faces increasing pressure to intervene. The United Nations has condemned the violence and called for an end to the siege in El Fasher, warning of a looming humanitarian crisis that extends beyond Sudan's borders.
In the midst of this turmoil, General Burhan is set to address the United Nations General Assembly, where he will likely discuss regional support for the RSF and the urgent need for a resolution to the ongoing conflicts. The plight of Sudan’s population remains dire, as the nation grapples with acute hunger and instability, demanding immediate global attention.
