Sudan Army Chief Vows RSF Elimination in Current Wars in the World

Sudan's army chief Abdel Fattah al-Burhan has vowed to continue the war against the Rapid Support Forces despite a US visa denial and pressure for a ceasefire, as strikes hit Wad Madani and Nyala amid the current wars in the world.

Ongoing Conflict Overview

Sudan has been at war since April 2023 after a power struggle between Burhan and RSF commander Mohamed Hamdan Daglo escalated, killing tens of thousands and displacing millions. [5] The conflict stems directly from that breakdown between the army chief and his former deputy. [5] Witnesses and reports confirm the scale of casualties and the widespread displacement that has affected millions across the country. [5]

Burhan's Defiant Stance

Burhan stated at a youth event in Khartoum that the goal is to eliminate the RSF militia no matter how long it takes, Sudan would not submit to blackmail, and he does not want a visa from any country. [5] He struck this tone the day before the reported strikes, rejecting any pause in operations. [1] The army chief's comments came after the US denied him a visa to attend the UN General Assembly. [1]

UNHCR map shows core Sudan emergency situation as of 27 September 2026. — Source: reliefweb

Recent Strikes Reported

Strikes on Sunday included a drone attack on a major fuel depot near army-held Wad Madani, the first reported strike there since the military recaptured the city last year, causing a fire visible from three kilometres away. [5] Witnesses described seeing a drone strike the fuel tanks at the Umm Alaila depot, which supplies several states in central Sudan. [5] In Nyala, two explosions rocked the RSF's main stronghold in South Darfur, with smoke rising from central areas and RSF forces surrounding and closing roads. [5] One witness heard a plane overhead shortly before the blasts, while another reported the smoke and subsequent road closures by RSF units. [5]

US Role and Ceasefire Efforts

Sudan army chief Abdel Fattah al-Burhan speaks at a youth event in Khartoum. — Source: reliefweb

The US denied Burhan a visa to attend the UN General Assembly, linked to efforts to secure a three-month truce that Khartoum rejected because it would allow the RSF to regroup. [5] A diplomatic source confirmed the visa decision tied directly to those truce proposals. [5] Khartoum viewed any such pause as giving the paramilitary force time to recover and reorganize. [1] Burhan's public rejection of external pressure followed immediately after the denial. [1]

Regional Displacement Context

The conflict has driven large-scale refugee flows into neighboring Chad, as detailed in the latest emergency update from UNHCR. [2] Reports highlight the ongoing humanitarian pressure on Chad from the Sudan emergency situation dated 27 Sep 2026. [2] These movements reflect the broader displacement of millions noted since the fighting began. [5]

Broader Implications in Current Wars in the World

Analysts note that the US visa step has alienated Sudan's army in this complex war, potentially prolonging the standoff between the two sides. [1] The rejection of the proposed truce and continued operations show both parties remain committed to their positions without external mediation succeeding so far. [1] The pattern of strikes in Wad Madani and Nyala underscores how the fighting continues to affect key supply points and urban centers. [5]

What to watch next: Further strikes or statements from Burhan could indicate whether the army maintains its current pace against the RSF.