As the Sudanese army continues its move to recapture key areas from the Rapid Support Forces, the army has reported its victory in the strategic town of SINJA, capital of Senna State.
It made the announcement on Saturday through a statement.
The Sudanese army announced it had recaptured the strategic city of Sinjah, the capital of Sennar state, from the paramilitary Rapid Support Forces (RSF) after intense fighting. The army made this public in a statement on Saturday after a video release where it uncovered its troops inside the headquarters of the 17th Infantry Division in Sinjah. It added that it is on the path to completely cleansing the homeland of the RSF militia.
Following this announcement, thousands of residents celebrated the liberation of Sinjah, which had been under RSF control since June this year. Similar celebrations erupted in Al Hawata, a city in Gedaref state where many had sought refuge from the fighting.
According to reports, the army had secured all entry and exit points to Sinjah after intense battles involving drones and artillery strikes. After the capture of Sinjah, the army advanced towards areas east of the city, including Al Dali, Al Mazmoum, and Abu Hajar.
The army’s recapture of Sinjah comes after a concerted effort to mobilize forces from Al Dinder, Al Suki, Sennar, and Blue Nile. Troops slowly advanced towards the city, retaking towns and villages along the way. Addressing the population, the army stated: “we dedicate this victory to our people who have suffered killing, displacement, oppression, looting, and all kinds of atrocities from the militia of the Hemeti family.”
Government spokesman and Information Minister Khalid Al-Awais said in a statement that the recapture of Sinjah reflects the resilience of the Sudanese people and their armed forces. He reiterated that it confirms that the people and their forces are on a date with achieving more victories that will restore security and stability to the country.
Nonetheless, Al-Awais added that a “moment of justice and accountability is coming” for those who committed crimes during the conflict.
