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Sudan's RSF says it captured al-Fashir army headquarters

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Posted on October 26, 2025

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CAIRO (Reuters) -Sudan's paramilitary Rapid Support Forces said on Sunday they had captured the army headquarters in the city of al-Fashir, the Sudanese army's last stronghold in the western Darfur

Sudan's Rapid Support Forces Seize Control of Al-Fashir Army Base

CAIRO (Reuters) -Sudan's paramilitary Rapid Support Forces said on Sunday they had captured the army headquarters in the city of al-Fashir, the Sudanese army's last stronghold in the western Darfur region.

The army did not immediately give a statement on its current position.

(Reporting by Khalid Abdelaziz, Nafisa Eltahir, and Menna Alaa El Din; Editing by Kate Mayberry)

Key Takeaways

  • RSF claims capture of al-Fashir army headquarters.
  • Al-Fashir is the last army stronghold in Darfur.
  • Sudanese army has not yet responded to the claim.
  • The capture marks a significant shift in the region.
  • The situation in Sudan remains tense and evolving.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the Rapid Support Forces (RSF)?
The Rapid Support Forces (RSF) is a paramilitary group in Sudan, formed from militias and tasked with maintaining security and order in the country.
What is a military headquarters?
A military headquarters is the central command facility for a military organization, where strategic decisions are made and operations are coordinated.
What is the Darfur region?
Darfur is a region in western Sudan known for its ethnic diversity and has been the site of conflict and humanitarian crises since the early 2000s.

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