Sudanese Army Ends RSF Siege of El-Obeid

The Sudanese army has broken a nearly two-year siege by the paramilitary Rapid Support Forces (RSF) on El-Obeid, the capital of North Kordofan, marking a significant military advance. This strategic victory is expected to facilitate the delivery of humanitarian aid to Kordofan and lift the RSF's blockade on El-Fasher in North Darfur. Celebrations erupted in El-Obeid as government troops reported the destruction of RSF units and the reopening of key supply routes. Finance Minister Gibril Ibrahim hailed the breakthrough as a turning point in the ongoing conflict, which has resulted in tens of thousands of deaths and widespread displacement. However, the humanitarian crisis remains severe, with famine declared in parts of Darfur and potential spread to additional regions. The conflict continues, with both the army and RSF accused of committing atrocities against civilians.