Conflict & Security
Sudanese army downs third RSF drone in Blue Nile, advances in North Kordofan
September 20, 2026 at 12:57 PM
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The Sudanese army announced it downed a third long-range Rapid Support Forces drone in 24 hours and reported advances against the militia in North Kordofan.
- The army said the drone launched from Ethiopian territory and was shot down over the Kurmuk sector.
- Its Fourth Infantry Division reported an ambush in the Mogaja area, saying it inflicted heavy losses on RSF and allied forces.
- Army and allied forces advanced toward Soudri, Al-Mazroub and Hamrat al-Sheikh after seizing 11 surrounding areas in recent days.
- Army chief Abdel Fattah al-Burhan said the war will continue until the rebellion is eliminated and rejected foreign agendas, urging a Sudanese dialogue.

