Sudanese Army Seizes Strategic Al-Barka Region in Blue Nile Advance
The Sudanese Armed Forces (SAF) Fourth Infantry Division announced the capture of the Al-Barka area in the Blue Nile region on May 24, 2026. The operation successfully routed an alliance of the Rapid Support Forces (RSF) and SPLM-N (al-Hilu faction). Military officials stated the advance is a key step toward reclaiming the strategic town of Kurmuk near the Ethiopian border, which has been under rebel control since March 2026 amid surging drone warfare.
Date: May 24, 2026
Location: Sudan
Conflict: Sudanese Civil War
Category: ground battle
Severity: HIGH
Displaced: 800
Source: Sudan Tribune