UN Security Council Raises Alarm Over Sudan’s Rival Government Charter

The UN Security Council has expressed grave concerns over a charter signed by Sudan’s Rapid Support Forces, warning it could exacerbate the civil conflict and humanitarian crisis in the country. The Council has urged for an immediate ceasefire and diplomatic dialogue as the situation remains dire, with significant military gains being made by Sudanese army forces.

The United Nations Security Council has expressed serious concerns regarding a charter signed by Sudan’s paramilitary forces. This charter, aimed at establishing a “government of peace and unity” in areas controlled by the Rapid Support Forces (RSF), risks escalating the ongoing conflict and exacerbating the dire humanitarian situation in Sudan.

The fighting between the RSF and Sudan’s army, which has persisted since April 2023, has resulted in tens of thousands of deaths and displaced over 12 million people. Council members emphasized that the establishment of a parallel governing authority could further fragment the country and worsen existing humanitarian crises.

The Security Council has called for an immediate ceasefire and urges the factions involved to engage in political dialogue for a sustainable resolution. Amidst this turmoil, Sudan remains divided, with the army controlling northern and eastern territories, while the RSF dominates much of Darfur and the southern regions.

Recently, Sudanese army forces have made significant territorial gains, particularly in the capital, Khartoum, recovering regions quickly seized by paramilitary forces when the conflict began. This ongoing war has created what the International Rescue Committee describes as the “biggest humanitarian crisis ever recorded.”

In summary, the UN Security Council’s alarm surrounding the RSF’s new charter highlights the urgent need for diplomatic engagement to cease hostilities in Sudan. With the potential for escalation in violence and humanitarian disaster, immediate action and dialogue among warring factions are crucial to prevent further deterioration of the situation.

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