Senior Sudan official declares no negotiations or truce will occur with the RSF.
As Sudan grapples with its ongoing conflict, the recent remarks from a senior official in the Transitional Sovereignty Council underscore the complexity of the situation. With the country’s nearly three-year war ravaging lives and communities, the emphasis on national unity and a roadmap toward peace reflects a hopeful vision amidst turmoil. This stance emerges alongside Prime Minister Kamil Idris’ strategic plans presented to the international community, signaling a clear commitment to resolving the crisis through local leadership and unity rather than external influences.
A senior official in Sudan’s Transitional Sovereignty Council (TSC) has ruled out any negotiations with the paramilitary Rapid Support Forces (RSF) as relentless fighting continues to devastate the country. Malik Agar Ayyir, deputy chairman of the TSC, stated unequivocally, “There is no truce and no negotiation with an occupier [RSF], and the just peace that Sudan desires will be achieved through the roadmap and vision of its people and government.” This statement, made in a recent address to ministers and state officials in Port Sudan, reflects the government’s resolve to foster national unity in the face of ongoing turmoil.
Agar dismissed the portrayal of the conflict as a quest for democracy, asserting that the war stems from “resource disputes and ambitions to alter Sudan’s demographics.” His characterization seeks to highlight the deep-rooted issues at play rather than framing the conflict in a simplistic manner. These comments follow Prime Minister Kamil Idris’ recent proposal aimed at ending the nearly three-year war, which was presented before the United Nations Security Council.
The plan put forward aligns with the government’s position that RSF fighters must withdraw from the significant territories they have seized in northern and central Sudan. Agar’s proposal involves placing these fighters in camps for disarmament, with a pathway for reintegration into society for those not involved in war crimes. This plan emphasizes the need for accountability and order amidst the chaos.
Conversely, the RSF has consistently rejected the notion of yielding territory. Al-Basha Tibiq, an aide to RSF commander Mohamed Hamdan “Hemedti” Dagalo, remarked that such demands are “closer to fantasy than to politics,” underscoring the ongoing impasse between government forces and the RSF.
As the conflict endures, it is imperative to note that approximately 14 million people have been forcibly displaced, with the situation deteriorating further as the RSF consolidates control over captured areas and intensifies attacks. Reports from international aid agencies indicate systemic atrocities, including mass killings and acts of sexual violence, primarily in the Darfur region. These acts have intensified following the RSF’s occupation of el-Fasher, the capital of North Darfur state, last October.
On a recent announcement, the RSF claimed control over the Abu Qumra region, stating they have achieved significant advances in strategic locations such as the Um Buru area. Despite overwhelming evidence of war crimes, the RSF maintains that their fighters are dedicated to “protecting civilians” and eliminating armed remnants. The tumultuous status quo in Sudan continues to demand attention, as peace efforts are crucial for the resilience and hopeful future of its people.
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