Sudanese army launches offensive in Khartoum

The Sudanese army has launched a large-scale offensive in the capital Khartoum, despite a ceasefire that is supposed to be in place, in an effort to recapture areas held by the Rapid Support Forces. Civilians have been told to remain indoors and to stay away from windows.

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Joining Paul Henley to discuss all this and more are journalist and author Rachel Shabi and Karabekir Akkoyunlu, a lecturer in politics and Middle East studies at London University's School of Oriental and African Studies.

(IMAGE: Smoke rises over Khartoum during fighting between the Sudanese army and the RSF, 19 April 2023 CREDIT: STRINGER/EPA-EFE/REX/Shutterstock)