Sudan's Army Chief Faces Calls to Step Down as RSF Gains Control

Calls for Sudan's army chief, Abdel Fattah al-Burhan, to step down are growing after the paramilitary Rapid Support Forces (RSF) captured Wad Madani, the country's second-largest city. The army's premature celebration and withdrawal from the city have left civilians feeling betrayed and vulnerable to the RSF's looting and violence. While al-Burhan's subordinates are also unhappy with his leadership, experts warn that his removal could lead to a power struggle within the Sudanese army. The fall of Wad Madani has increased the vulnerability of al-Burhan, but the army's generals have not removed him due to disagreements over his replacement. However, if the RSF conquers more cities, al-Burhan may become a scapegoat for the army's loss of control.