News|Sudan warSudan military claims to break siege of key Kordofan city of KadugliGovernment forces have entered South Kordofan’s capital, Kadugli, days after breaking a siege in nearby Dilling.
Sudan's military has successfully broken the siege imposed by the Rapid Support Forces (RSF) on the South Kordofan capital of Kadugli. This development marks the second significant advancement within a week. General Abdel Fattah al-Burhan, the de facto…
Sudan's military has successfully broken the siege imposed by the Rapid Support Forces (RSF) on the South Kordofan capital of Kadugli. This development marks the second significant advancement within a week. General Abdel Fattah al-Burhan, the de facto leader of Sudan, confirmed the opening of a supply route to the capital during a visit to the public television station in Omdurman on Tuesday.
The Sudanese military's recent operations have focused on lifting blockades and securing supply routes. These efforts aim to facilitate the delivery of essential goods and support to the affected regions. The military's advance in Kadugli follows a similar operation in Dilling, approximately 100 km (62 mi) north, where an RSF siege was broken six days earlier.
The RSF, in collaboration with the Sudan People’s Liberation Movement North, has been blockading Kadugli since the onset of the conflict. The military government, led by al-Burhan, has reiterated its commitment to peace efforts but has ruled out any truce with the RSF while cities remain under siege.
The conflict in Sudan has resulted in severe humanitarian consequences, with widespread displacement and shortages of food and medical supplies. The United Nations declared a famine in Kadugli in November, citing prolonged lack of access to essential resources. Similar conditions prevail in other regions, exacerbating the humanitarian crisis.
Sudan's military has successfully broken the siege imposed by the Rapid Support Forces (RSF) on the South Kordofan capital of Kadugli.
According to United Nations reports, more than 88,000 individuals have fled the Kordofan region since October. Approximately 80% of Kadugli's population, amounting to around 147,000 people, has relocated to other parts of South Kordofan or beyond. Overall, the conflict has displaced 13.6 million people, making it the largest displacement crisis globally.
The Sudanese military's recent advances enable it to resupply and reinforce its forces in the Kordofan region. This development is expected to improve access to critical food and medicine for civilians. The situation remains fluid, with ongoing military operations aimed at stabilizing the region.
Al-Burhan emphasized the military's resolve to reach and support affected areas, stating that the armed forces are committed to defending the country's sovereignty and the rights of its people.
Based on reporting by Al Jazeera.
