Sudanese army downs fourth drone in West Kordofan
The military reported capturing two towns and destroying RSF vehicles during intensified fighting.
Sudan’s army announced on Sunday that its air defence units downed a fourth drone in West Kordofan state in the past week amid escalating clashes with the Rapid Support Forces (RSF). The military stated on Saturday that it destroyed a hostile FH-95 drone east of Wad Banda around midday.
Army troops and allied forces destroyed several RSF combat vehicles near Al-Khuwei, inflicting heavy losses, according to sources. The Joint Force of Armed Movements reported maintaining offensive operations for a third day, advancing on multiple fronts. The army also announced capturing Ayal Bakhit and Umm Marahik in Al-Khuwei district following engagements with RSF fighters.
Military personnel posted footage on social media showing destroyed RSF vehicles and recent advances around Al-Khuwei, a strategic town connecting central Sudan with West Kordofan. The conflict, which began in April 2023 between the army and RSF, has killed tens of thousands and displaced millions, with fighting intensifying in the Kordofan region.
Why it mattersFighting between the Sudanese army and the RSF in West Kordofan has intensified, displacing millions and worsening a humanitarian crisis.