Capture of Al-Fulah

Capture of Al Fulah
Part of the Sudanese civil war (2023–present)
Date19–20 June 2024 (1 day)
Location
Al-Fulah and West Kordofan, Sudan
Result

RSF victory

  • RSF captures Al Fulah on June 20.
  • RSF later takes control over several more villages and areas in West Kordofan.
  • Sudanese army withdraws to Babanusa.
Belligerents
Sudanese Armed Forces Rapid Support Forces
Commanders and leaders
Unknown Salih Al-Foti
Units involved
91st Infantry Brigade Unknown
Casualties and losses
Tens of detainees executed,
Several vehicles, weapons, and ammunition captured.		 Unknown
Dozens of civilians killed and injured
60% of the population flees.

The Capture of Al-Fulah was the short siege and battle over the city of Al-Fulah, the capital of the West Kordofan state, which occurred between 19 June and 20 June 2024. The battle ended quickly with the RSF taking full control of the city by June 20, forcing the SAF units stationed there to retreat to Babanusa. The battle also allowed the RSF to take control over several key towns and areas in West Kordofan, including the city of Al-Meiram.

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