Sudan's RSF Seeks Control of El-Obeid

The Rapid Support Forces (RSF) announced plans to capture a strategic southern city currently held by the Sudanese military, intensifying the power struggle that has gripped the country since the outbreak of fighting in April. The targeted city, a key logistical hub linking the capital Khartoum with the southern regions, houses major transport routes and a significant military garrison, making it a focal point for both supply lines and command operations.

Military officials said the RSF’s move reflects an effort to expand its territorial control and weaken the army’s foothold in the south, while the Sudanese government warned that any assault could trigger further civilian displacement and destabilize the region. International observers have called for renewed dialogue, noting that the battle for the city could exacerbate an already fragile humanitarian situation and complicate peace negotiations between the rival factions.