• The Sudanese army declares Khartoum state is now "completely free" of the RSF.
• Military operations reported to have pushed RSF back significantly in recent weeks.
• UN estimates indicate over 20,000 people have died amid the ongoing conflict.
• Intense fighting continues, particularly in Omdurman, the last major RSF stronghold.
• The conflict has escalated into a significant humanitarian crisis with millions displaced.

The Sudanese army has announced that Khartoum state is now “completely free” of the Rapid Support Forces (RSF), marking a significant development in the ongoing conflict. Army spokesperson Nabil Abdullah stated, “We announce today the full clearing of the entire state of Khartoum from any presence of the Al-Dagalo militia,” emphasizing the military's commitment to eliminating the RSF completely. This announcement follows months of intense warfare and marks a peak in the territorial battles between the two factions, according to TRT World and Al Jazeera.

In recent weeks, the Sudanese army has made significant strides in pushing back RSF forces, culminating in the recapture of strategic locations, including the presidential palace and vital urban centers. “We also renew our pledge to our people to continue our efforts until every inch of our country is liberated of every rebel, traitor, and agent,” stated the head of the Sudanese Armed Forces, General Abdel Fattah al-Burhan. This reflects the military's ongoing strategy to reclaim control over key areas, including the crucial Khartoum airport, according to Al Jazeera and BBC.

The RSF has reportedly been pushed out of Khartoum, but clashes continue, particularly in Omdurman, where fighting was concentrated in the Salha area, the last major stronghold of the paramilitary group. The army has managed to reclaim this area recently, recovering significant military equipment, including drones and weapons. Despite these claims from the army, RSF has yet to provide a response to these developments, as tensions remain high, according to TRT World and BBC.

The conflict has resulted in catastrophic humanitarian conditions, with over 15 million people displaced and an alarming death toll, estimated at greater than 20,000, according to UN figures. Research from US scholars suggests that the real toll may be closer to 130,000 casualties. As the fighting continues, Sudan faces one of the world’s most severe humanitarian crises, drawing international attention to the escalating violence and its implications, as noted by Al Jazeera and BBC.