Sudan's RSF says it is fighting battle to restore 'rights of our people'

KHARTOUM - Sudan's paramilitary force the RSF said on Tuesday it was fighting a battle to restore "the rights of our people".

"The new revolution ... is still continuing to achieve its noble goals, foremost of which is the formation of a civil government that will lead us towards a real democratic transition," the Rapid Support Forces added in a statement.

Fighting in Sudan has killed at least 185 people and injured more than 1,800 others as both sides claimed gains in a conflict that has seen the use of air strikes and artillery.

Clashes have continued despite numerous calls from the United States and other countries for a halt to fighting as well as efforts by Egypt and the United Arab Emirates to get the rivals to agree to a ceasefire.