In a bid to address the escalating conflict in Sudan, General Mohamed Hamdan Dagalo, the head of Sudan’s paramilitary Rapid Support Forces (RSF), undertook pivotal discussions today with Ethiopian Prime Minister Abiy Ahmed Ali.
The meeting, held within the context of regional stability efforts, aimed to tackle the pressing need for peace and stability restoration in Sudan.
Simultaneously, shedding light on a significant development, General Dagalo confirmed yesterday’s face-to-face meeting with Uganda’s President Yoweri Museveni.
This unprecedented move marked his first confirmed appearance outside Sudan since the eruption of hostilities between the RSF and the Sudanese army earlier this year.
The discussions during these high-profile meetings extensively covered the evolving situation in Sudan.
General Dagalo articulated his strategic vision for negotiation processes that could potentially terminate the ongoing conflict.
President Museveni corroborated the meeting through a social media post, extending a warm welcome to Dagalo at his Rwakitura country residence.
The conflict between Sudan’s army and the RSF, erupting in mid-April, has inflicted severe devastation upon Khartoum, the capital, and spurred ethnic turmoil in Darfur.
Despite relentless diplomatic interventions, the situation remains dire, casting a shadow over regional stability.
The RSF, amidst this strife, has made significant territorial gains, recently seizing control of Wad Madani, a critical city in Sudan’s heartland.
However, these advances have been clouded by allegations of civilian atrocities, including looting and killings in the city and its environs, vehemently denied by the RSF.
While these diplomatic endeavors signal a ray of hope for conflict resolution, the path to peace remains fraught with uncertainty.
The international community keenly observes these developments, anticipating further dialogues and tangible actions towards securing lasting peace and stability in Sudan.