Sudan army retakes Al-Suki city, tightens grip on Sennar state

October 24, 2024 (AL SUKI) – The Sudanese army recaptured the city of Al Suki in southeastern Sennar state on Thursday, consolidating gains in its fight against the paramilitary Rapid Support Forces (RSF).

The advance comes less than 24 hours after the army seized control of Al Dinder, a strategically important locality linking Sennar and Gedaref states in eastern Sudan.

“After fierce battles led by the armed forces and allied militias, they were able to recapture the city of Al Suki from the grip of the Rapid Support Forces,” military sources told Reuters.

The Sennar Youth Gathering, an independent monitoring group, confirmed the army had taken control of the town.

Separately, a military source said troops advancing from Blue Nile state had captured Jilqani and other areas near Abu Hajar locality in southern Sennar state, further squeezing RSF supply lines.

The RSF had held Al Suki, located some 40 km (25 miles) east of Sennar, since July 25. During that period, the RSF were accused of widespread abuses against civilians, including killings, looting, and forced displacement.

Since the start of October, the army has intensified its offensive against the RSF in Sennar state, retaking Jabal Moya, a key transport hub. The army’s recent gains have significantly disrupted RSF supply routes in the region.