Rapid Support Forces Escalate Conflict Amidst Ongoing Military Campaign
In the wake of a significant military campaign by the Sudanese army, the Rapid Support Forces (RSF) have declared a halt to negotiations, asserting that a military solution is now their sole strategy. This escalation comes as reports reveal that the RSF is receiving substantial military reinforcements from abroad, raising concerns about the ongoing conflict in Sudan.
According to a recent UN Security Council report, multiple shipments of weapons and ammunition are being delivered weekly to the RSF via cargo planes at Umm Jaras airport in Chad. The RSF has established the Umm Dafuq area, bordering the Central African Republic, as a key supply line and recruitment center for new fighters. Additionally, an air bridge has been set up to transport military equipment from Benina Airport in Benghazi to Kufra Airport, facilitating further support for the RSF in Darfur.
Sudanese Army Strikes Back with Heavy Weaponry
As the RSF prepares for intensified conflict, the Sudanese army has reported significant victories, claiming to have inflicted heavy losses on the RSF across multiple fronts. The army has acquired substantial amounts of heavy weaponry, including anti-aircraft guns and Dushka cannons, reportedly arriving at Port Sudan. In a bold statement, Mohamed Al-Mukhtar Al-Nour, the legal advisor to the RSF commander, announced a comprehensive military campaign against the army, dismissing any prospect of negotiations.
Military experts highlight that the RSF's ability to sustain its operations is heavily reliant on external logistical support from regional powers and the influx of mercenaries. Despite recent efforts by the Sudanese army to disrupt supply lines, experts suggest that the RSF continues to receive military supplies through various routes, including the port of Douala in Cameroon and airstrips in Darfur and Kordofan.
The ongoing conflict in Sudan illustrates the complexities of military logistics and the impact of external support on local conflicts, underscoring the urgent need for a resolution to the escalating violence.
