The Sudanese army successfully entered Dilling city after over two years of siege by the Rapid Support Forces (RSF) and Sudan People’s Liberation Movement-North. The army, with allied forces, cleared the main access road, driving out the besieging forces, destroying their vehicles, and ensuring the movement of civilians and essential supplies.
Eyewitnesses reported clashes around Dilling as army units moved in, with residents later welcoming the troops. Social media videos depicted scenes of celebration involving government forces and locals. The RSF did not immediately respond to the developments, as reported by Xinhua news agency.
Dilling had faced a prolonged siege since the conflict began over two years ago, leading to a severe humanitarian crisis due to disrupted supply routes. Army Chief Abdel Fattah al-Burhan reiterated the military’s commitment to quelling the ‘rebellion’ and preventing its resurgence. The ongoing conflict between the Sudanese army and RSF has resulted in significant casualties and displacement.
The RSF, after capturing Darfur’s last stronghold, has expanded its influence eastward, supported by local allies like the Sudan People’s Liberation Movement, North faction. The paramilitary group has tightened control over West Kordofan, seized Heglig with Sudan’s largest oil field, and intensified the siege of Kadugli. Reports of famine in Kadugli, under RSF siege for over a year and a half, mirror conditions in Dilling, although formal confirmation is hindered by security challenges and restricted access.
