The control of the Al-Zurq base marks a significant shift in the power dynamics within Darfur, potentially altering the landscape of the ongoing conflict.
The accusations of ethnic cleansing highlight the humanitarian crisis in the region, raising concerns about the safety of civilians caught in the crossfire.
The ongoing military operations may lead to further escalations in violence as both sides attempt to solidify their control over key territories.
International attention may increase as reports of ethnic cleansing and civilian casualties emerge, potentially prompting humanitarian interventions.
The Sudanese army has announced its control over the Al-Zurq base in North Darfur, a significant military installation previously held by the Rapid Support Forces (RSF). This development follows a military operation that began on Saturday, resulting in the joint forces capturing multiple military bases and airports associated with the RSF. According to Ahmed Mustafa, spokesperson for the Joint Force of Armed Struggle Movements, the operation led to the deaths and injuries of approximately 700 RSF personnel, alongside the destruction of over 122 military vehicles.
The Al-Zurq base, located near the borders of Sudan, Chad, and Libya, has been described as a critical logistical hub for the RSF. Moatasem Saleh, political secretary of the Justice and Equality Movement, emphasized the strategic importance of this base in supplying rebel forces. Meanwhile, the RSF has countered these claims, asserting that they have regained control of the area and accused the joint forces of ethnic cleansing against civilians, including the destruction of essential resources and infrastructure.
- The conflict in Sudan has escalated in recent months, with various factions vying for control over strategic territories. The situation remains tense as both the Sudanese army and the Rapid Support Forces continue to engage in military confrontations.
