Sudanese Armed Forces Consolidate Control Over North Kordofan Export Route
On August 1, 2026, the Sudanese Armed Forces (SAF) successfully consolidated their military control over the strategic export road connecting the North Kordofan capital, El Obeid, to the city of Khartoum. Following a protracted multi-month offensive, military sources reported that army units and allied forces now exercise a firm grip over the town of Bara. This victory effectively blocks the Rapid Support Forces from re-entering the corridor, although the paramilitary group continues to launch retaliatory drone strikes.
Date: August 1, 2026
Location: North Kordofan, Sudan
Conflict: Sudanese Civil War
Category: ground battle
Severity: HIGH
Source: Sudan Tribune