International Group Endorses Civilian-Led Sudan Talks Within Six Months

Several global and local nations have supported a people-driven political discussion in Sudan with the objective of reinstating civil governance within half a year, while cautioning that individuals hindering this effort may encounter repercussions.

In a shared declaration released yesterday after consultations in Addis Ababa The United States, the United Kingdom, the European Union, the African Union, IGAD, the League of Arab States, and the United Nations reiterated their dedication to Sudan's independence, cohesion, and geographical boundaries.

The group expressed concern over the human toll of the war, noting that millions of people from Sudan are experiencing forced migration, extreme hunger, and restricted availability of essential services. The declaration emphasized that "safeguarding civilian populations should continue to be the priority in all actions taken to resolve the conflict."

The signatories expressed approval for the results of the latest Berlin conference including the Berlin Principles related to Sudan and a collective call from Sudanese civil society actors for an end to hostilities and to promote a politically driven initiative led by Sudan itself.

The conflict in Sudan cannot be resolved militarily," the statement noted, emphasizing that any enduring agreement must arise from "an inclusive, civilian led political process ".

The organization stated that the suggested discussion should involve civil society groups, women, young people, and political figures throughout Sudan.

It stated that the procedure must be "open, trustworthy, and devoid of pressure," and preferably finish within six months, resulting in a plan leading to an autonomous civil administration.

The declaration further cautioned that the global community might implement "suitable actions against individuals attempting to disrupt the peaceful transfer of power."

The signatories urged increased global assistance to bring an end to the fighting, alleviate hardship, and facilitate a peaceful shift in Sudan.

UAE welcomes initiative

The United Arab Emirates greeted the declaration and expressed backing for initiatives aimed at initiating a broad-based, civilian-driven political process.

The United Arab Emirates' Ministry of Foreign Affairs stated that the suggested preliminary committee would signify "a significant move toward fostering wide-ranging national agreement" and support initiatives aimed at resolving the conflict.

Burhan meets UN envoy

In Khartoum, the Chairman of the Sovereignty Council and Chief Commander of the Sudanese Armed Forces (SAF) Lieutenant General Abdel Fattah el-Burhan met with the United Nations Secretary-General’s Special Representative for Sudan, Pekka Haavisto, to talk about initiatives aimed at promoting peace.

Haavisto mentioned that he talked about "concrete actions to lower tensions and establish conditions favorable for peace," and informed Al Burhan about the latest discussions held in Addis Ababa with Sudanese political groups.

"the political process should be owned by the people of sudan," the representative stated, emphasizing that the united nations continues to support sudan's sovereignty, cohesion, and geographical boundaries.

Haavisto, once the Finnish Minister of Foreign Affairs, succeeded Ramtane Lamamra As the United Nations Secretary-General's Special Representative for Sudan, he mentioned that this trip marked his second visit to the country since assuming his role in March 2026.

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