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Sudan Army Kills US-Sanctioned RSF Commander in al-Fashir, Darfur

Jun 14, 2024, 12:05 PM

Sudan's army has announced the death of Major General Ali Yaqoub Gibril, the central commander of the Rapid Support Forces (RSF) in Darfur, during a battle in the city of al-Fashir. Gibril, who was under US sanctions, played a significant role in RSF operations in Central Darfur. Joint Forces soldiers currently have his body. His death marks a major setback for the RSF.