It was Dagalo's first comment since the RSF were pushed back from most parts of Khartoum last week by the army in the latest development in Sudan's devastating two-year-old war.

Dagalo, also known as Hemedti, conceded in an audio message on Telegram that his forces had left the capital last week as the army consolidated its gains.

"It's true that in the past few days, there was a withdrawal by forces [from Khartoum] to reposition in Omdurman. This was a tactical decision made by the leadership. It was a collective decision," Dagalo said.

However, he vowed to return to Khartoum "stronger, more powerful and victorious".

His comments came as the army continued to consolidate, taking control on Saturday of a major market in Omdurman, Khartoum's twin city, which had previously been used by the RSF to launch attacks.

--Reuters--