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The Sudanese army has reclaimed the presidential palace in Khartoum from the paramilitary Rapid Support Forces (RSF), marking a significant victory in the nearly two-year-long conflict.
A Turning Point, But Not the End
The recapture of Sudan’s seat of power underscores the army’s recent military gains against the RSF. However, large parts of the country remain under paramilitary control, and it is unclear whether the battle for Khartoum is over.
The RSF denied losing full control, stating its fighters remain active in the area. In a Telegram message, the group claimed responsibility for a drone strike on the palace complex, which reportedly killed several people, including journalists from Sudan’s state TV station and two senior military media officers.
Ongoing Clashes and Celebrations
Fighting is expected to continue as the army pushes to eliminate remaining RSF fighters, who still control territory south of the palace and parts of the nearby airport.
Despite ongoing clashes, videos circulated online showed jubilant Sudanese soldiers celebrating inside the palace, some kneeling in prayer at its entrance.
Nabil Abdallah, the army’s spokesperson, confirmed on state television that military forces had secured the palace and surrounding government ministries by Friday morning.
“Our forces completely destroyed the enemy’s fighters and equipment, seizing large quantities of weapons,” Abdallah stated.
Relief After Months of Hardship
Khartoum residents, who have endured some of the war’s deadliest battles, say they feel a sense of relief with the army’s advance. Many have reported widespread looting and human rights abuses by RSF fighters and expressed hope that security will now improve.
“For the first time in months, we might finally be able to sleep at night,” one resident said.
Conflict’s Humanitarian Toll
The war, which erupted in April 2023, has displaced 12 million people and pushed millions toward famine. While the army’s gains in Khartoum mark a shift in the battlefield, the country remains deeply divided, with no clear resolution in sight.
