On November 23, 2024, the Sudanese army urged the South Sudanese government to stop fleeing RSF fighters after retaking Sinjah. The Sudanese military announced heavy RSF losses and expressed commitment to pursuing them. The RSF still holds territories near the border, posing ongoing threats to regional stability.
On November 23, 2024, amid escalating tensions in the region, the Sudanese army requested that the government of South Sudan prevent fighters from the Rapid Support Forces (RSF) from entering its territory following their retreat from Sinjah, the capital of Sennar state. The Sudanese military reported the successful recapture of Sinjah after intense confrontations with the RSF, which involved forces from Al Dinder, Al Suki, Sennar, and Blue Nile advancing gradually and reclaiming nearby towns and villages.
Colonel Abbadi Al-Tahir Al-Zain, who led the operation to retake Sinjah, remarked in a statement, “RSF elements looted the resources and money of the Sudanese people, and they are now on their way to South Sudan. Our message to the government of South Sudan is not to allow them to cross the border. We will pursue them wherever they go.” He emphasized the determination of the Sudanese army to follow the remaining RSF elements to the South Sudanese border, highlighting the heavy losses incurred by the RSF in terms of personnel and military assets during the battle for Sinjah.
Despite the recent defeat, the RSF continues to hold territories near the border with South Sudan, specifically in Al Dali and Al Mazmoum, with a significant concentration of its fighters. They also maintain control over Abu Hajar and Wad Al-Nil within Sennar state, as well as several villages in the Al-Tadamon locality of the Blue Nile region.
The ongoing conflict in Sudan has prompted numerous confrontations between government forces and the Rapid Support Forces (RSF), a paramilitary group. Recently, the conflict escalated following fierce battles over strategic locations, such as Sinjah, which plays a significant role in the Sennar state’s governance and resources. The Sudanese government has focused on reclaiming territories from the RSF, which has been accused of engaging in looting and causing widespread hardship among the Sudanese populace.
The Sudanese army’s recent request to South Sudan highlights the precarious security situation following the conflict in Sinjah. The Sudanese military’s determination to apprehend fleeing RSF fighters underscores the tensions that persist in the region. The continued presence of the RSF in neighboring territories remains a significant concern for both Sudan and South Sudan, necessitating vigilant border management to prevent further chaos.
Original Source: sudantribune.com
