Sudanese special forces claim to have shot down a military aircraft and regained control of the Merowe airport.

The Sudanese Special Forces (SRF) claims to have shot down a military aircraft belonging to the country's army. This was reported by the Al-Arabiya TV channel. Army representatives have not yet commented on this information.

The Sudanese special forces also announced the restoration of full control over the airport in the city of Merov. In addition to this, supporters of the special forces released a video showing that the residence of the head of the Sovereign Council of Sudan - the country's governing body - Abdel Fattah al-Burhan, was occupied by special forces.

The situation in Sudan remains tense and new developments may affect the political situation in the country. The countries of the international community are calling for dialogue and a cessation of hostilities in order to restore stability in the region.