Sudan War: 318 RSF Fighters Defect to Army

The Sudanese army says 318 members of the Rapid Support Forces (RSF) have defected and joined government forces.

The group reportedly includes four commanders, marking another significant development in the more than three-year-old conflict.

Sudanese authorities said the fighters joined the army with military vehicles, according to reports.

The development comes at a time when defections from the RSF are attracting growing attention as fighting continues across parts of Sudan.

The conflict between the Sudanese Armed Forces and the RSF has devastated large parts of the country and displaced millions of people.

The latest defections could provide a boost to the Sudanese army, although it is too early to say how much impact the move will have on the wider war.

Reports indicate that fighting remains intense in several parts of the country.

Sudan conflict enters another difficult phase

The war has created a deep humanitarian crisis, with civilians bearing much of the burden.

Food shortages, displacement and damage to infrastructure continue to affect communities across the country.

The latest RSF defections will therefore be closely watched as both sides continue their struggle for military and political control.