First field leader of the Rapid Support Forces defects in Blue Nile region.

Defection of Rapid Support Forces Leader Marks a Significant Shift in Sudan’s Conflict

Sudanese Leader Announces Split from Rapid Support Forces

In a groundbreaking development, Deputy Commander Deyf Allah Adam officially announced his defection from the Rapid Support Forces (RSF) in the Blue Nile region. This marks the first significant split within this faction since the outbreak of war in Sudan.

Apology and Call to Return to the Army

Deyf Allah Adam expressed his regret to the Sudanese people for the violations committed by the RSF. He urged all fighters to return to the Sudanese army, citing “racism and the absence of a cause and purpose for the war” as his reasons for leaving. His statements reveal a growing discontent among the ranks of the RSF.

Revelations of External Support Channels

In an exclusive interview with Al Arabiya, the defected leader shared alarming details regarding the transfer of fighters and external support for the RSF. He highlighted several key points:

• Fighters are being transported from Chad via a route starting in Nyala, moving to Um Jaras Airport, then to Ethiopia, and finally reaching Assosa, where they receive arms.
• Drones launched from Assosa Airport provided air support during the attack on the town of Kurmuk.
• There is “open support” for the RSF from Chad and Ethiopia, which includes combat vehicles, ammunition, food supplies, and medical services.
• South Sudan serves as a treatment hub for injured RSF members in cities like Renk and Juba.

Rising Defections Within the RSF

This defection occurs amid a growing wave of splits within the RSF. Notable recent defections include:

• Faris Al-Noor Ibrahim – last week
• Bishara Al-Hawira – May 2026
• Al-Noor Adam “Al-Noor Al-Quba” – April 2026
• Abu Aqila Kikel – a prominent RSF leader in Al-Jazeera
• Ali Rizq “Al-Savana” – who later joined the army

Background of the War in Sudan

As the war in Sudan enters its fourth year, it has left catastrophic consequences in its wake. Estimates suggest that tens of thousands have died, with some figures indicating over 200,000 fatalities. Additionally, the conflict has resulted in millions of displaced individuals and refugees, exacerbating famine in vast areas of Darfur and Kordofan.

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