Intense Clashes in Khartoum Intensify as Army Announces New Achievements
The continuation of military confrontations in Khartoum reflects the complexity of the Sudanese conflict, as the army seeks to strengthen its control in the city center
March 22, 2025, 10:04 pm

Intense Clashes in Khartoum Intensify as Army Announces New Achievements

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The Sudanese army reported that it continued its field advance in central Khartoum, confirming new military gains against the Rapid Support Forces (RSF).

Brigadier General Nabil Abdullah, the army spokesperson, stated that their forces have imposed control over most vital locations in the area, including the Central Bank of Sudan building, the Friendship Hall, and the National Museum of Sudan.

Sudanese forces continued their advance west of the capital, where they took over the General Intelligence headquarters after strengthening their grip on several strategic facilities, including the Central Bank headquarters, Corinthia Hotel, and Strategic Facilities Administration, in addition to towers and headquarters belonging to companies and banking institutions in the Al-Mogren suburb and Nile Street in northwest Khartoum.

The army confirmed that it has successfully eliminated a large number of RSF elements during the ongoing battles in central Khartoum, noting that its military operations, which began in the middle of last night, included regaining control of the Friendship Hall and Tuti Bridge, as well as advancing to reach the Corinthia Hotel tower overlooking Nile Street.

According to the Sudanese army, its control extended to the entire Al-Mogren area, which it considered a significant development in the course of battles inside Khartoum. Artillery units stationed in Omdurman also intensified their artillery shelling on the city center, where government forces are imposing a tight military cordon on the Rapid Support Forces.

In a related context, Lieutenant General Mahjoub Bushra, commander of the Red Sea Military Region, called on Sudanese to overcome differences and focus on rebuilding the country after the fighting ends. During a gathering of army supporters in Port Sudan, he explained that Khartoum will soon witness the departure of "rebels," praising the forces that contributed to achieving field progress.

For his part, the head of the Sovereignty Council, Abdel Fattah al-Burhan, renewed his affirmation of the continuation of military operations, indicating that government forces continue to advance steadily. His statements came during his visit to Gezira state, where he emphasized his rejection of any negotiations with the Rapid Support Forces unless they lay down their weapons.

After regaining control of the Presidential Palace, al-Burhan announced that the army stands with the people in their battle against militias, pledging to end what he described as "rebellion" as soon as possible.

During fierce battles on Friday, Sudanese forces managed to enter the Presidential Palace for the first time since the conflict erupted on April 15, 2023, after inflicting heavy losses on the Rapid Support Forces inside the complex.

In an official statement, the army explained that it destroyed RSF formations and equipment in the palace and seized their weapons, confirming its control over government buildings in central Khartoum. It also confirmed the continuation of military operations on all combat fronts.

In statements to Al Arabiya and Al Hadath channels, the commander of Khartoum operations described the recapture of the Presidential Palace as a "historic moment," adding that Khartoum Airport may return to service soon.

The past months have witnessed an escalation in confrontations between the army and the Rapid Support Forces within the capital, where Sudanese forces have managed to reclaim positions they previously lost at the beginning of the conflict. The army had previously announced its approach to the Presidential Palace, after the Rapid Support Forces had imposed their control over it in the early stages of the war.

The ongoing war since April 2023 has caused heavy casualties, with tens of thousands killed and more than 12 million people forced to flee, resulting in one of the world's largest humanitarian crises.

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BENEFIT, the Kingdom’s innovator and leading company in Fintech and electronic financial transactions service, held its Annual General Meeting (AGM) at the company’s headquarters in the Seef District.
During the meeting, shareholders approved all items listed on the agenda, including the ratification of the minutes of the previous AGM held on 26 March 2024. The session reviewed and approved the Board’s Annual Report on the company’s activities and financial performance for the fiscal year ended 31 December 2024, and the shareholders expressed their satisfaction with the company’s operational and financial results during the reporting period.
The meeting also reviewed the Independent External Auditor’s Report on the company’s consolidated financial statements for the year ended 31 December 2024. Subsequently, the shareholders approved the audited financial statements for the fiscal year. Based on the Board’s recommendation, the shareholders approved the distribution of a cash dividend equivalent to 10% of the paid-up share capital.
Furthermore, the shareholders endorsed the allocation of a total amount of BD 172,500 as remuneration to the members of the Board for the year ended 31 December 2024, subject to prior clearance by related authorities.
The extension of the current composition of the Board was approved, which includes ten members and one CBB observer, for a further six-month term, expiring in September 2025, pending no objection from the CBB.
The meeting reviewed and approved the Corporate Governance Report for 2024, which affirmed the company’s full compliance with the corporate governance directives issued by the CBB and other applicable regulatory frameworks. The AGM absolved the Board Members of liability for any of their actions during the year ending on 31st December 2024, in accordance with the Commercial Companies Law.
In alignment with regulatory requirements, the session approved the reappointment of Ernst & Young (EY) as the company’s External Auditors for the fiscal year 2025, covering both the parent company and its subsidiaries—Sinnad and Bahrain FinTech Bay. The Board was authorised to determine the external auditors’ professional fees, subject to approval from the CBB, and the meeting concluded with a discussion of any additional issues as per Article (207) of the Commercial Companies Law.
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Mr. Al Bastaki also announced that the Board had formally adopted a new three-year strategic roadmap to commence in 2025. The strategy encompasses a phased international expansion, optimisation of internal operations, enhanced revenue diversification, long-term sustainability initiatives, and the advancement of innovation and digital transformation initiatives across all service lines.
“I extend my sincere appreciation to the CBB for its continued support of BENEFIT and its pivotal role in fostering a stable and progressive regulatory environment for the Kingdom’s banking and financial sector—an environment that has significantly reinforced Bahrain’s standing as a leading financial hub in the region,” said Mr. Al Bastaki. “I would also like to thank our partner banks and valued customers for their trust, and our shareholders for their ongoing encouragement. The achievements of 2024 set a strong precedent, and I am confident they will serve as a foundation for yet another successful and impactful year ahead.”
Chief Executive of BENEFIT; Mr. Abdulwahed AlJanahi commented, “The year 2024 represented another pivotal chapter in BENEFIT ’s evolution. We achieved substantial progress in advancing our digital strategy across multiple sectors, while reinforcing our long-term commitment to the development of Bahrain’s financial services and payments landscape. Throughout the year, we remained firmly aligned with our objective of delivering measurable value to our shareholders, strategic partners, and customers. At the same time, we continued to play an active role in enabling Bahrain’s digital economy by introducing innovative solutions and service enhancements that directly address market needs and future opportunities.”
Mr. AlJanahi affirmed that BENEFIT has successfully developed a robust and well-integrated payment network that connects individuals and businesses across Bahrain, accelerating the adoption of emerging technologies in the banking and financial services sector and reinforcing Bahrain’s position as a growing fintech hub, and added, “Our achievements of the past year reflect a long-term vision to establish a resilient electronic payment infrastructure that supports the Kingdom’s digital economy. Key developments in 2024 included the implementation of central authentication for open banking via BENEFIT Pay”
Mr. AlJanahi concluded by thanking the Board for its strategic direction, the company’s staff for their continued dedication, and the Central Bank of Bahrain, member banks, and shareholders for their valuable partnership and confidence in the company’s long-term vision.