February 2, 2025 (UM RUWABA) – Sudan’s military ruler, Abdel Fattah al-Burhan, made a second visit in 24 hours to the strategic city of Um Rawaba in North Kordofan state on Sunday, underscoring its importance in the ongoing conflict. Al-Burhan inspected troops from the army and allied forces, known as the “Al-Sayyad” force, which captured the city last Thursday, pushing back the Rapid Support Forces (RSF), according to a military statement. The force has since advanced towards Al-Rahad, about 79 km (49 miles) from El Obeid, the state capital. Al-Burhan’s visit follows a brief stop in Um Rawaba on Saturday, part of a tour that also included Tendelti in White Nile state and Merowe in River Nile state. “Al-Burhan arrived in Um Rawaba… and inspected the Al-Sayyad forces after it was cleared of the RSF and security and stability were restored,” the Sovereign Council said. It added that he toured the city and saw evidence of RSF abuses. According to a video released by the Sovereign Council media, Al-Burhan reiterated his commitment to “continue the battle until the defeat of the rebellion in Kaduglei and Nyala.” Um Rawaba’s strategic significance lies in its location, connecting central Sudan via the White …

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