Sudan's Key Oil Town Empty: 2,000 Flee as Paramilitary Forces Seize Control

Nearly 2,000 civilians have fled the strategic town of Heglig in Sudan. Their escape follows the reported takeover of the area by the Rapid Support Forces (RSF), a powerful paramilitary group. Local media states the residents endured a difficult nine-day journey to reach safety. Heglig is a major hub for Sudan's oil production, making its capture a significant development in the country's ongoing conflict. The RSF and the Sudanese national army have been fighting for over a year. The war has caused a severe humanitarian crisis, displacing millions of people. The capture of Heglig could have major economic consequences for the nation.