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Khartoum, Sudan – In a significant military operation, Sudan’s Armed Forces (SAF) and the allied Joint Force of Armed Struggle Movements (JFASM) have successfully retaken control of Kolbus locality in West Darfur, a region that has been plagued by ongoing conflict and instability.
According to sources confirmed by geolocation, the strategic recapture of Kolbus by SAF comes after more than two years of absence from the area. The operation, carried out in collaboration with JFASM, marks a crucial victory for Sudan’s military in its bid to reassert authority in West Darfur and undermine the control exerted by the Rapid Support Forces (RSF).
Geolocation data obtained by AfriMEOSINT indicates that Sudan’s JFASM troops are present inside the town of Kolbus, close to the Chadian border. This has sparked concerns that the RSF, known for its authoritarian tactics, may face significant challenges in consolidating its control over the region.
This development is seen as a strategic setback for the RSF, which had been making significant strides in consolidating its grip over Darfur. The RSF’s dominance has been marked by allegations of human rights abuses, and reports of forced displacement, arbitrary arrest, and intimidation.
The recapture of Kolbus is a key milestone for SAF as it seeks to reassert its control over the region. West Darfur, in particular, has been a stronghold of the RSF, which has been accused of exacerbating the humanitarian crisis in Darfur through its brutal tactics.
The implications of this operation are far-reaching, and it is expected to reshape the dynamics of the conflict in Darfur. Analysts are watching this development closely, noting that it has the potential to disrupt RSF efforts to solidify its control over the region.
In a statement, a military source confirmed the recapture of Kolbus, describing it as a “significant victory” for SAF and JFASM. While the operation is seen as a major milestone in the efforts of Sudan’s military to reclaim control over West Darfur, it remains to be seen how the RSF will respond to this development.
As the situation in Darfur continues to evolve, international observers are urging restraint and calling for efforts to address the root causes of the conflict. The situation in Kolbus locality, while a significant development, is only the latest chapter in the complex and often brutal conflict in Darfur. As the situation unfolds, one thing is clear: the dynamics of the conflict have shifted with the recapture of Kolbus, and the RSF will be forced to reassess its strategies in the region.