Sudanese Army Defeats RSF in North Darfur, Kills Senior Commander
The Sudanese Armed Forces (SAF) and allied joint forces captured strategic positions in Hajar al-Marafieen and Bir Saliba, North Darfur, following fierce clashes on Tuesday. Governor Minni Arko Minnawi confirmed the victory and reported the death of senior Rapid Support Forces (RSF) commander Mahdi Adam during the engagement. This advancement follows a broader SAF offensive aimed at reclaiming territory in the Kordofan and Darfur regions and severing RSF supply lines to Khartoum.
Date: August 4, 2026
Location: North Darfur, Sudan
Conflict: Sudanese Civil War
Category: ground battle
Severity: HIGH
Casualties reported: 1
Source: Anadolu Agency