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international-relations2 years ago

"Sudan's Departure from IGAD and the Threat to Horn of Africa Stability"

Sudan has suspended its membership in the Intergovernmental Authority on Development (Igad) after the regional bloc attempted to mediate the nine-month-long conflict between Sudan's army and the Rapid Support Forces (RSF). The suspension came after Igad invited the RSF's chief to a summit, which Sudan's government found offensive. The conflict has led to the displacement of over seven million people and a death toll of more than 13,000. Sudan's move reflects the deepening tensions within the regional bloc and the complexities of mediating the ongoing civil war in Sudan.

via BBC.com|
#civil-war#conflict#igad
international-relations2 years ago

"Sudan's IGAD Membership Suspension and Regional Tensions: A Threat to Horn of Africa Stability"

Sudan has suspended its membership in the East African regional bloc, IGAD, accusing it of violating the country's sovereignty by inviting RSF chief to a summit. The announcement was made by the foreign ministry loyal to army chief Abdel Fattah al-Burhan, amid the ongoing conflict between the Sudanese army and the RSF paramilitary group. The government had already frozen its relations with IGAD and accused the bloc of setting a dangerous precedent. IGAD, along with the US and Saudi Arabia, had attempted to mediate between the warring parties without success.

via Al Jazeera English|
#abdel-fattah-al-burhan#east-africa#igad
diplomacy2 years ago

Envoy Hammer's Diplomatic Mission in the Horn of Africa Sparks Regional Tensions

U.S. Special Envoy for the Horn of Africa Mike Hammer will travel to Uganda and Ethiopia to attend the IGAD Summit and discuss ongoing situations in Ethiopia, Somalia, and Sudan, emphasizing U.S. recognition of Somalia's sovereignty and supporting efforts to end conflict, ensure humanitarian access, promote democratic transition, and address the crisis in northern Ethiopia. He also plans to coordinate with African Union officials and urge dialogue to address political and security crises in the Amhara and Oromia regions.

via Department of State|
#diplomacy#ethiopia#horn-of-africa
conflict-and-diplomacy2 years ago

"Seeking Relief: Women in Sudan Amid Calamitous Civil War"

Sudan's brutal civil war is escalating as fighting spreads to the heavily contested east, threatening to push the country further down the path of state failure. Diplomatic efforts, led by East African nations and regional bloc IGAD, aim to halt the conflict and facilitate direct talks between the warring parties. The paramilitary Rapid Support Forces (RSF) and the army are vying for control, with outside supporters arming both sides. The situation requires a major, coordinated diplomatic effort involving influential outside powers to prevent Sudan from descending into long-term state failure, which could have immense regional and global implications.

via Crisis Group|
#civil-war#conflict-and-diplomacy#diplomacy
international-relations2 years ago

United States Applauds Progress in Ending Sudan Conflict at IGAD Summit

The United States commends the Intergovernmental Authority on Development (IGAD) for its efforts in ending the conflict in Sudan and addressing the humanitarian needs of the Sudanese people. The US welcomes the commitments made by the Sudanese Armed Forces (SAF) and Rapid Support Forces (RSF) to an unconditional ceasefire and urges them to enter talks without delay. The US supports IGAD's condemnation of support to the warring parties and expresses concern over the impact of the conflict on women and children. The US pledges to work closely with IGAD, the African Union, and other partners to facilitate an inclusive Sudanese-led dialogue and support Sudan's democratic transition.

via Department of State|
#african-union#conflict-resolution#igad
conflictinternational-relations2 years ago

Sudan's Rejection of African Peace Bid and Peacekeeping Force Sparks Tensions

Sudan's army-aligned foreign ministry has rejected a regional summit proposal by the Intergovernmental Authority on Development (IGAD) to consider deploying peacekeeping forces to protect civilians, accusing Kenya of providing a haven to the rival Rapid Support Forces (RSF). The army described the deployment of foreign forces as "enemy forces" and criticized IGAD for disrespecting its member states. Meanwhile, violence and displacement in Sudan's Darfur region have escalated, with at least 40 civilians killed in ethnically motivated attacks. Human Rights Watch (HRW) called on the International Criminal Court to investigate the violence and noted the RSF's denial of responsibility.

via Al Jazeera English|
#army#conflictinternational-relations#igad
politics2 years ago

Sudan's Agar criticizes African Union's peace efforts

Malik Agar, the deputy chairman of Sudan’s Sovereign Council, has criticized the African Union’s initiative to solve the Sudanese problem, deeming it irrelevant. He called for a focus on ending the ongoing war in Sudan as a priority at this stage. Agar discussed ways to halt the war in Sudan during his recent tour of several IGAD countries. He emphasized the need for necessary programs and mechanisms to implement the ceasefire and establish a monitoring mechanism for the withdrawal of troops from public institutions and populated areas.

via Sudan Tribune|
#african-union#igad#malik-agar
diplomacy2 years ago

Kiir and al-Sisi work towards Sudan ceasefire.

South Sudan's President Salva Kiir Mayardit and Egypt's President Abdel Fattah al-Sisi are intensifying their diplomatic efforts to negotiate a ceasefire agreement with rival leaders in Sudan. President Kiir has been talking to regional leaders and expressed a strong desire to mediate the ceasefire proposed by the IGAD. The conflict between the Sudanese Armed Forces and the paramilitary Rapid Support Forces erupted on Saturday morning, following days of tension over the RSF's integration into the army.

via Sudan Tribune|
#abdel-fattah-al-sisi#ceasefire#diplomacy