Sudan’s battlefield gains could redefine its next political phase
Sudan’s army has retaken key areas in North Kordofan and secured a major route, tightening pressure on the RSF’s supply lines even as defections from RSF fighters grow. Army chief Abdel Fattah al-Burhan is simultaneously pursuing a political track, offering guarantees for a national dialogue while insisting military operations continue. Malik Agar signals a hard-line stance that negotiations would only follow RSF withdrawals from cities, hinting that battlefield dynamics are beginning to shape who can participate in any settlement. Overall, the conflict remains contested, but a shift in balance could influence the terms and participants of Sudan’s next political phase.
