Six countries and regional entities, including the African Union, European Union, France, Germany, the United Kingdom, and the United States, have urged the warring parties in Sudan to resume negotiations for a permanent ceasefire. They expressed their willingness to take further steps to support its implementation. The call was made during a meeting in New York, which was held to coordinate efforts to address the humanitarian crisis and support a civilian-led political dialogue in Sudan.
The meeting, which took place on the sidelines of the UN General Assembly, was held to follow up on previous conferences in Paris, London, and Berlin. The six countries and entities reiterated the importance of a Sudanese-led and owned political process that is inclusive and credible. They emphasized that the Sudanese people should decide their country's future through a domestic political process that is transparent and accountable.
The group welcomed the consultations held by the Quintilateral Committee in Berlin, Addis Ababa, and Khartoum to facilitate a civilian dialogue aimed at uniting the country and ensuring long-term stability. They expressed their full support for the committee's efforts to facilitate a dialogue that would end the war and lay the groundwork for a peaceful political transition.
The six countries and entities stressed the need for a comprehensive and genuine political settlement, alongside an immediate ceasefire, to ensure Sudan's long-term unity and stability. They noted that such a settlement must address core issues, including the relationship between the central government and regions, power distribution, governance, and constitutional and financial arrangements.
The group expressed concern over the findings of an international fact-finding mission on external support fueling the conflict in Sudan. They strongly condemned foreign military intervention and the activities of non-state actors in the conflict, calling on them to refrain from providing military equipment and financial support.
The six countries and entities also condemned human rights abuses and violations of international humanitarian law committed by the warring parties, including the killing of civilians, attacks on populated areas, and the use of starvation as a weapon of war. They expressed support for strengthening the UN sanctions regime and its application across Sudan.
The group reiterated their commitment to Sudan's sovereignty, unity, and territorial integrity, and rejected the establishment of parallel governance structures. They also called on the warring parties to respect their commitments under the Jeddah Declaration and take measures to protect civilians, humanitarian workers, and basic infrastructure.
Key points
- The six countries and entities urged the warring parties in Sudan to resume negotiations for a permanent ceasefire.
- They emphasized the importance of a Sudanese-led and owned political process that is inclusive and credible.
- The group condemned human rights abuses and violations of international humanitarian law committed by the warring parties in Sudan.
