The Sudanese army has lifted the siege on the al-Aylafun garrison by the RSF, reclaiming control over eastern Khartoum territories. The army, alongside allied forces, plans to advance towards crucial infrastructure like the Soba Bridge. Meanwhile, military actions have expanded in al-Jazira state, showcasing a strategic effort to regain stability amid ongoing conflict.
On February 3, 2025, the Sudanese military announced the successful breaking of a siege by the Rapid Support Forces (RSF) on the al-Aylafun garrison, located approximately 30 kilometers east of Khartoum. Since its takeover of the town in October 2023, the RSF had prompted mass evacuations, faced allegations of looting, and detained numerous civilians. The garrison, housing the army’s Corps of Engineers, withstood persistent RSF offensives despite a lack of supplies.
Commander Abu Aqla Keikel of the Sudan Shield Forces stated via video that his troops, along with an intelligence unit, managed to reach the besieged garrison, effectively concluding the siege. He elaborated that the military aims to advance toward the strategically significant Soba Bridge, which links eastern Khartoum to the city center heavily controlled by RSF forces.
Additionally, Keikel mentioned that the army and allied forces have regained control of areas including al-Asaylat and Um Daw Ban, significantly impacting the dynamics in the East Nile region of Khartoum state. Since January 31, military operations have expanded to al-Jazira state, where the army has successfully captured towns such as Rufaa and Tamboul, pushing towards the outskirts of al-Kamilin.
The Sudanese military’s confrontation with the Rapid Support Forces (RSF) has intensified since the RSF’s October 2023 takeover of al-Aylafun, leading to a humanitarian crisis marked by mass population displacement and significant unrest. The RSF’s actions, characterized by accusations of violent looting and unlawful detentions, have triggered widespread concerns regarding civil security and order in the region. The army’s recent moves to break the siege reflect their efforts to regain control and protect remaining civilian populations. The strategic importance of areas like the Soba Bridge and the military garrisons symbolizes the ongoing conflict and the implications for the military’s operational success in civil infrastructure and overall regional stability. The continual military engagements signal a transformative phase in the conflict dynamics across Sudan.
The Sudanese army has effectively ended the RSF’s siege on the al-Aylafun garrison, marking a critical shift in the ongoing conflict. This victory enables the army to advance toward pivotal locations like the Soba Bridge while reclaiming control over more territories. The military’s operations from al-Jazira to Khartoum state highlight an assertive strategy to reverse RSF gains and reestablish security for civilians. The situation remains tense as the conflict continues to shape Sudan’s political and humanitarian landscape.
Original Source: sudantribune.com
