RSF captures strategic border triangle linking Sudan, Egypt and Libya after army withdrawal

Sudan’s Rapid Support Forces (RSF) have captured a strategic border triangle where Sudan, Egypt, and Libya meet, seizing control just a day after the Sudanese Armed Forces (SAF) withdrew from the area.

The RSF announced the development in a statement on Wednesday, noting that it had liberated the strategic zone, adding that SAF forces had retreated southward "after suffering heavy losses".

"Earlier this Wednesday morning, the Rapid Support Forces (RSF) successfully took control of the strategic Almuthallath 'Triangle' area, which constitutes a pivotal junction between Sudan, Libya and Egypt," said RSF on its official website.

"Our forces engaged in swift and decisive battles against the mercenary militias and terrorist battalions, resulting in the enemy's retreat southward after suffering heavy losses in personnel and equipment. Our forces seized dozens of combat vehicles."

According to RSF, capturing the zone will impact multiple combat front lines, particularly in the northern desert and strengthen efforts to combat illegal immigration and human trafficking along Sudan's borders.

Strategic location

"The importance of this victory stems from the strategic location of the Almuthallath 'Triangle' area, which serves as a crucial economic and border crossing point between the three countries," RSF said.

"It functions as a vital hub for trade and transportation between North and East Africa. It is also rich in natural resources, including oil, gas, and minerals. Additionally, the area represents a symbol of cultural diversity and social interaction among the region's communities."

RSF's advancement into the area follows the withdrawal of Sudanese Army Forces from the region after the SAF accused Libya, and more specifically the eastern Libyan military commander Khalifa Haftar, of directly attacking border posts on Tuesday.

"As part of its defensive arrangements to repel aggression, our forces today evacuated the triangle area overlooking the borders between Sudan, Egypt and Libya," SAF said in a statement after its withdrawal from the Almuthallath "Triangle" area.

The Libyan army has, however, dismissed the claims, alleging that SAF attacked its military personnel first while they were carrying out "their legitimate duty to secure the Libyan side of the border."

"These allegations are a blatant attempt to export Sudan's internal crisis and create a virtual external enemy," said the General Command of the National Libyan Army in a statement.

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