A Sudanese joint force has seized advanced military drones and destroyed a RSF supply convoy from Chad. This operation, executed near Nyala, resulted in significant losses for the RSF, including the deaths of over 30 fighters. It highlights ongoing efforts to disrupt RSF supply lines amidst escalating violence in the region.
On December 1, 2024, a joint force comprising the Sudanese army and allied factions executed a successful operation near Nyala in South Darfur. This operation resulted in the seizure of advanced drones and the destruction of a convoy belonging to the Rapid Support Forces (RSF), which was reportedly transporting supplies from Chad. The military has intensified its actions against RSF supply lines in the tri-border area of Chad and Libya, highlighting a strategic offensive that began less than two weeks prior with the capture of heavy weaponry and alleged Colombian mercenaries.
The joint force’s spokesperson, Ahmed Hussein Mustafa, reported that during the operation, three large drones capable of carrying missiles were seized, alongside six smaller drones. Furthermore, the joint action led to the death of over 30 RSF fighters and the destruction of eight military vehicles. The seized drones, identified as Danger Propellers models, are claimed to have been modified for military usage and are alleged to have entered Sudan with support from the United Arab Emirates in an effort to destabilize the nation. The operation reflects an ongoing conflict, escalating since May, between the army and its allies against the RSF in El Fasher.
The conflict in Sudan has been exacerbated by ongoing clashes between the Sudanese army and the Rapid Support Forces (RSF), a paramilitary group. The RSF has been implicated in destabilizing actions supported by foreign entities, notably the United Arab Emirates, which has been accused of providing military aid. The strategic operations targeting RSF supply routes underscore a broader effort to regain control in regions affected by conflict, particularly in South Darfur and its borders with Chad and Libya. This backdrop illustrates the complexities and challenges faced in restoring stability within Sudan.
In summary, the joint operation conducted by the Sudanese army and allied factions signifies a determined effort to disrupt RSF operations and regain control over territories marred by conflict. The seizure of sophisticated military drones and the destruction of RSF assets reflect a tactical escalation in the ongoing struggle for dominance in Sudan, particularly highlighting the influence of external actors such as the UAE. Continued military engagements in the region underscore the fragile security situation and the necessity for strategic resolutions to ensure stability.
Original Source: sudantribune.com
