The Sudanese army has intensified its offensive against the RSF in central Khartoum, engaging in heavy shelling and intense battles near the Republican Palace and other key locations. Residents report ongoing hostilities, including battles in various axes around the capital. The conflict has persisted since mid-April 2023, with significant military activity aimed at recovering control of strategic areas.
On February 14, 2025, the Sudanese army intensified its assault against the Rapid Support Forces (RSF) in central Khartoum, engaging in hostilities on Sayed Abdel Rahman Street and employing heavy shelling near the Republican Palace, as reported by witnesses. Residents in Khartoum Bahri noted significant army bombardments targeting RSF congregations, accompanied by loud explosions and smoke emanating from the area surrounding the palace located on the southern bank of the Blue Nile opposite Khartoum Bahri. The use of drones for these strikes was speculated by witnesses.
The army also deployed heavy artillery to engage RSF positions close to the Souq Arabi market, where clashes have erupted near the presidential palace. Since mid-April 2023, there has been persistent fighting in the Sudanese capital between the army and the RSF. Residents in older districts of Omdurman reported the sounds of both heavy and light weaponry, along with explosions resonating from central Khartoum.
The army targeted RSF snipers positioned in the Zitouna Hospital on Sayed Abdel Rahman Street, located near the army’s general headquarters in central Khartoum. The offensive is launched from this headquarters, indicating a strategic approach towards reclaiming control over the Republican Palace, which has been under RSF control since the onset of the conflict. Additionally, heavy artillery was employed to shell RSF positions in Khartoum and East Nile from the army’s bases situated in Omdurman.
The Soba Bridge, which connects Khartoum and East Nile, was observed with smoke rising from the vicinity, indicating escalating violence. Army units have been deployed around the capital in various strategic axes: the Jiyad axis south of Khartoum, the Soba axis east of the capital, an axis extending southwest to the industrial area, and the Mugran axis west of central Khartoum.
Currently, the army’s general headquarters has emerged as a critical hub for military operations supported by multiple divisions, such as the signal corps south of Khartoum Bahri, the weapons corps north of Khartoum Bahri in Al-Kadru, and the Wadi Sidna base located to the north of Omdurman, facilitating a concerted effort against the RSF.
In summary, the Sudanese army has escalated its military offensive against the RSF in central Khartoum, employing heavy artillery and engaging in fierce battles. The army’s efforts are focused on reclaiming strategic locations, including the Republican Palace, while reports indicate ongoing violence across various parts of the capital. As the conflict persists, military operations remain concentrated around significant landmarks, reflecting the complexities of the situation in Sudan.
Original Source: sudantribune.com
