# RSF captures Mil Mi-24 attack helicopter

- Link: https://www.military.africa/2023/04/rsf-captures-mil-mi-24-attack-helicopter/
- Published: 2023-04-18T10:42:31+01:00
- Author: Kazim Abdul

In a tragic turn of events, a Mil Mi-24 attack helicopter belonging to the Sudanese
Air Forces was shot down by the Rapid Support Forces (RSF) over Kobar Bridge in 
Khartoum State.

Also, two other Mi-24 helicopters were captured on the ground. However, those appears
not be airworthy.

The incident highlights the escalating tensions and conflicts within Sudan, posing
a significant challenge to the stability and security of the country.

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The exact circumstances leading to the incident are still unclear, and conflicting
reports have emerged. Some sources suggest that the RSF, a paramilitary force that
operates under the authority of the Sudanese government, shot down the helicopter
after it allegedly crossed into an area controlled by the RSF without proper authorization.
Other reports indicate that the incident may have been a result of miscommunication
or misunderstanding between different branches of the Sudanese security forces.

Regardless of the details, the shooting down of a Sudanese Air Force helicopter 
is a serious and concerning development. The Sudanese military has been grappling
with internal conflicts for many years, [involving various ethnic, political, and economic issues. ](https://www.military.africa/2019/11/concerns-still-remain-over-sudan/)
The incident underscores the complex and volatile nature of the situation, with 
different armed groups and factions vying for control and influence in the country.

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Similarly, the RSF also [captured](https://www.military.africa/2023/04/sudan-paramilitary-rsf-and-army-clash-egypts-mig-29-captured/)
at least two MiG-29M Fulcrum fighter jets belonging to the Egyptian Air Force, as
well as special forces from Egypts El’Saka unit.

The incident also raises concerns about the safety and well-being of civilians in
Sudan, particularly those living in conflict-affected areas. Civilians caught in
the crossfire of internal conflicts often bear the brunt of the violence, facing
risks of displacement, injuries, and even death. It is crucial for all parties to
ensure the protection of civilians and abide by their obligations under international
humanitarian law.

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The international community has called for restraint and the resumption of dialogue
to address the ongoing conflicts in Sudan. The African Union, the United Nations,
and other regional and international actors have expressed deep concern about the
situation and called for all parties to work towards a peaceful resolution of their
differences. They have emphasized the need for accountability for human rights violations
and the importance of upholding international humanitarian law.

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