The Rapid Support Forces (RSF) in Sudan announced on Monday the release of 47 army personnel, facilitated in coordination with the International Red Cross and witnessed by the families of those released. This development comes amidst ongoing clashes in various regions of Sudan.
In a related context, several reports have indicated the possibility of an upcoming meeting between leaders of the Sudanese military and the RSF. This meeting is anticipated amidst the continued clashes occurring in various parts of Sudan.
A statement issued on Monday by the Coordination of Civil Democratic Forces stated: “Abdullah Hamdok, the head of the Leadership Body of the Coordination of Civil Democratic Forces, has sent two letters to the General Commander of the Sudanese Armed Forces and the Commander of the Rapid Support Forces. These letters call for an urgent meeting with each to discuss ways to halt the war through a negotiated political solution. The Coordination has proposed a roadmap to end this war, which has killed and displaced citizens, destroyed infrastructure, torn the national fabric, and caused an unprecedented humanitarian disaster, threatening the very existence of Sudan.”
The statement added: “These letters are part of the efforts by the Coordination of Civil Democratic Forces to stop the fighting, protect civilians, and end the humanitarian suffering endured by the Sudanese people due to the April 15 war. This conflict is escalating day by day, posing an existential threat to the country’s cohesion, unity, and sovereignty.”
The statement concluded by affirming that “the efforts of the Coordination of Civil Democratic Forces will continue in the coming period through extensive domestic and international mobilization to work towards achieving lasting peace in Sudan.” Since April, Sudan has been witnessing armed clashes between the army and the Rapid Support Forces, leading to a significant number of casualties and the displacement of seven million people.
