Sudan's army claims first major advance


  • World
  • Saturday, 17 Feb 2024

DUBAI/CAIRO (Reuters) - The Sudanese army has claimed its first major advance in 10 months of war, regaining control of part of the city of Omdurman from the Rapid Support Forces.

The army said late on Friday it had succeeded in connecting its two main bases in the city, prompting celebrations among soldiers and local residents.

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