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Hemeti Admits His Forces' Withdrawal... And Repositions Them While Battles Continue
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The withdrawal of Rapid Support Forces from Khartoum indicates a strategic shift in the battle, but it does not mean the end of the war; rather, it may be the beginning of a new phase of confrontation

The commander of the Rapid Support Forces, Mohamed Hamdan Dagalo (Hemeti), confirmed that his forces withdrew from Khartoum after the Sudanese army's complete control of the capital, indicating that this withdrawal aims to "reposition," suggesting that the confrontation is not over yet.
In a speech addressed to his forces, published via social media, Hemeti stated that "the command and operations management agreed to reposition in Omdurman," which some considered an implicit acknowledgment of the losses his forces suffered in the capital.
The Sudanese army has made significant progress in recent days, announcing the recovery of the presidential palace in Khartoum, before its spokesman, Nabil Abdullah, announced that "the armed forces have cleared the last pockets of Rapid Support Forces in Khartoum locality," confirming complete control over the city.
The Security Committee in Khartoum State directed regular forces to deploy to protect vital facilities and installations, and called on citizens to avoid gatherings, warning that the Rapid Support Forces are still using drones.
The battle for the presidential palace is considered a significant turning point in the fighting, as it paved the way for the restoration of sovereign sites in the capital, in addition to extending control over Tuti Island, which strengthened the army's position in the war that has been ongoing since April 2023.
According to United Nations reports, the conflict between the army and the Rapid Support Forces has resulted in the death of more than 20,000 people, while the number of displaced persons and refugees has exceeded 15 million, reflecting a worsening humanitarian catastrophe in Sudan.
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- April 23, 2025
BENEFIT, the Kingdom’s innovator and leading company in Fintech and electronic financial transactions service, has sponsored the BuildHer CityHack 2025 Hackathon, a two-day event spearheaded by the College of Engineering and Technology at the Royal University for Women (RUW).
Aimed at secondary school students, the event brought together a distinguished group of academic professionals and technology experts to mentor and inspire young participants.
More than 100 high school students from across the Kingdom of Bahrain took part in the hackathon, which featured an intensive programme of training workshops and hands-on sessions. These activities were tailored to enhance participants’ critical thinking, collaborative problem-solving, and team-building capabilities, while also encouraging the development of practical and sustainable solutions to contemporary challenges using modern technological tools.
BENEFIT’s Chief Executive Mr. Abdulwahed AlJanahi, commented: “Our support for this educational hackathon reflects our long-term strategic vision to nurture the talents of emerging national youth and empower the next generation of accomplished female leaders in technology. By fostering creativity and innovation, we aim to contribute meaningfully to Bahrain’s comprehensive development goals and align with the aspirations outlined in the Kingdom’s Vision 2030—an ambition in which BENEFIT plays a central role.”
Professor Riyadh Yousif Hamzah, President of the Royal University for Women, commented: “This initiative reflects our commitment to advancing women in STEM fields. We're cultivating a generation of creative, solution-driven female leaders who will drive national development. Our partnership with BENEFIT exemplifies the powerful synergy between academia and private sector in supporting educational innovation.”
Hanan Abdulla Hasan, Senior Manager, PR & Communication at BENEFIT, said: “We are honoured to collaborate with RUW in supporting this remarkable technology-focused event. It highlights our commitment to social responsibility, and our ongoing efforts to enhance the digital and innovation capabilities of young Bahraini women and foster their ability to harness technological tools in the service of a smarter, more sustainable future.”
For his part, Dr. Humam ElAgha, Acting Dean of the College of Engineering and Technology at the University, said: “BuildHer CityHack 2025 embodies our hands-on approach to education. By tackling real-world problems through creative thinking and sustainable solutions, we're preparing women to thrive in the knowledge economy – a cornerstone of the University's vision.”
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