Sudan's Army Clashes With RSF Paramilitary - Reports DeutscheWelle: Sudan
Explosions and gunfire were heard around Sudan's capital of Khartoum on Saturday, as clashes were reported between the military led by army general Abdel Fattah al-Burhan and the Rapid Support Forces paramilitary.
Clashes were also reportedly taking place near the Republican Palace. Local media said military forces were blocking entrances to the palace and surrounding the building of state TV. "Clashes are ongoing and the army is carrying out its duty to safeguard the country," army spokesman Brigadier General Nabil Abdallah told AFP.
"The Rapid Support Forces were surprised Saturday with a large force from the army entering camps in Soba in Khartoum and laying siege to paramilitaries there," the RSF said.
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