The Sudanese Armed Forces (SAF) announced the capture of a rebel stronghold near the Ethiopia border, specifically in the Geissan district. This operation was conducted by the SAF’s 13th Infantry Brigade under the Fourth Infantry Division, targeting areas beyond Abu Dugla and Ashambo, located approximately one kilometre from the border with Ethiopia.

Sudan has been experiencing ongoing conflict since 2023, following the outbreak of fighting between the Sudanese Armed Forces and the Rapid Support Forces. According to Eastleigh Voice, the people in El Obeid are facing continuous drone strikes as a result of this war.

The United States has expressed deep concern regarding the situation in El Obeid, Sudan, where reports indicate that the Rapid Support Forces (RSF) and their allied fighters are gathering troops, raising fears of potential violence against civilians. This warning highlights the escalating tensions in the region and the risks posed to the local population, according to Tanzania Times.

In Sudan, the decision of some Rapid Support Forces (RSF) fighters to switch allegiance and join the national army has sparked anger and instability among citizens. Many are upset, arguing that RSF commanders who have made this move will evade legal accountability for their past actions, which include violence against civilians and even killings. Last month, RSF commander Ali Rizkallah was welcomed in Khartoum and promoted within the Sudanese army despite his controversial history.

The 2019 revolution in Sudan, which sought to establish civilian rule, has been overshadowed by the ongoing conflict between the Sudanese Armed Forces and the Rapid Support Forces that began in April 2023. Music played a pivotal role in the protests, with the sit-in outside military headquarters in Khartoum being described as Sudan's largest arts festival, highlighting the cultural significance of the movement according to The Conversation Africa.

According to Eastleigh Voice, over 1,000 Sudanese individuals have returned to their home country from Egypt as part of an ongoing repatriation programme. The programme prioritizes vulnerable individuals, particularly the sick and elderly, with some cases being transported by air due to health considerations.