Abdel Fattah al-Burhan demands RSF withdrawal and comprehensive plan for lasting Sudan peace
Sudan’s army chief, Abdel Fattah al-Burhan, announced that any peace initiative with the paramilitary Rapid Support Forces (RSF) will only be considered if it meets strict conditions, including security guarantees and a plan that addresses the root causes of the conflict.
Speaking to the nation during Eid al-Fitr, Burhan said the government is willing to engage with sincere peace proposals but emphasized that any initiative must not reproduce the war or preserve its underlying problems. He called on mediators and international actors to support the implementation of previous Sudanese government peace initiatives.
Burhan accused the RSF of war crimes and genocide, and reiterated that he would refuse any truce or ceasefire until the paramilitary group withdraws from current positions and consolidates its forces. He stressed that a legitimate peace process must include a specific timeline and ensure that all weapons and forces fall under state authority, paving the way for a permanent and just peace.
The announcement comes amid a humanitarian truce proposal by the Quad group, comprising the United States, Saudi Arabia, the United Arab Emirates, and Egypt, aimed at establishing a ceasefire and initiating a civilian transition. Khartoum has rejected the proposal, accusing the UAE of supporting the RSF and attempting to influence negotiations in favor of the paramilitary organization.
Burhan pledged to continue military operations against the RSF and its allies while working to restore civilian life and lay the groundwork for a peaceful transfer of power to achieve a unified and secure Sudan.
Source: Sudan Tribune