Sudanese army prepares to retake El Fasher from Rapid Support Forces
The Sudanese army says it has completed preparations to restore security and control in El Fasher, capital of North Darfur, from the Rapid Support Forces.
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AIThe Sudanese army has announced that it has completed all necessary preparations to regain control of El Fasher, the capital of North Darfur state, from the Rapid Support Forces, stressing that the return of security and stability to the city is imminent.
Omar Mansour Hassan, commander of the 6th Infantry Division, said that restoring security and stability in El Fasher and enabling residents to return home "with heads held high" is now close, emphasizing ongoing efforts to retake the city.
Hassan made the announcement during a speech marking the 72nd anniversary of the Sudanization of the Sudanese army, where he affirmed the 6th Infantry Division's readiness to achieve its objective in El Fasher.
The division commander stressed that his forces would not stop until the city is secure and stable under Sudanese army control, declaring: "We will not rest until the city is safe and stable."
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El Fasher, the capital of North Darfur, is currently under the control of the Rapid Support Forces, while the Sudanese army has announced it is ready to retake the city.