Sudan's Military Gains Ground in Central Khartoum Amid Ongoing Civil War

Tue Jul 08 2025 09:26:56 GMT+0300 (Eastern European Summer Time)
Sudan's Military Gains Ground in Central Khartoum Amid Ongoing Civil War

As the battle for Khartoum intensifies, Sudan's military seeks to consolidate power against paramilitary forces following significant territorial gains.


The Sudanese military has advanced in central Khartoum, capturing key sites like the presidential palace and the Central Bank. Despite these victories, the ongoing civil war continues to inflict heavy losses and casts doubt on a swift resolution to the conflict.


In a significant turn of events in the enduring conflict in Sudan, military forces have made substantial advances in central Khartoum, capturing strategic sites including the presidential palace just two days ago. On a Sunday afternoon, soldiers congregated in the now-bloodied palace, preparing to launch a campaign aimed at eliminating remaining paramilitary resistances.

The recent military successes, which include the seizure of critical institutions like the Central Bank and the headquarters of national intelligence, represent a pivotal shift in the balance of power that has characterized the brutal two-year civil war. This fierce struggle has left hundreds dead in its wake and has been marked by a consistent battle between the Sudanese Armed Forces (SAF) and the Rapid Support Forces (R.S.F.), a former ally turned enemy.

During this tumultuous period, journalists from The New York Times became among the first Western media to access central Khartoum and witness the devastation caused by two years of conflict firsthand. Reports from the field reveal that while the military's recent advancements signify a crucial change in the dynamics of the war, the outlook for a peaceful resolution remains bleak.

"We will never leave our country to the mercenaries," stated Mohamed Ibrahim, a special forces officer, underscoring a sentiment prevalent among the military ranks regarding their local adversaries. The language reflects the fierce nationalism and determination that fuels the military's offensive, albeit surrounded by a context of chaos and upheaval.

As the military consolidates control in the capital, the impact on civilian life remains severe. The ongoing violence and instability continue to displace countless families and put immense stress on the already strained humanitarian efforts in the region. The overarching struggle between SAF and R.S.F. is set to dictate the course of Sudan's future, leaving many to wonder how long the cycle of violence will persist before a viable resolution is found.

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