Sudan’s Foreign Minister, Ambassador Hussein Awad, has reiterated the nation’s firm stance against accepting any externally imposed solutions to its internal conflicts.
This declaration comes amidst the ongoing civil war, where Awad emphasized that Sudan will not allow foreign interference, even from countries that once shared strong diplomatic ties.
The minister stressed that some nations have prioritized their interests, forming alliances that disregard Sudan’s sovereignty and long-standing relations.
In an interview with the Center for Strategic Studies and Risk Assessment, Awad addressed accusations that the Sudanese army had targeted the UAE ambassador’s residence in Khartoum.
He defended the military’s conduct, highlighting the Sudanese army’s long history of adherence to international laws and ethical warfare practices. According to Awad, the Sudanese Armed Forces follow a deep-rooted doctrine that respects both national and international legal frameworks.
There has been speculation regarding a proposed summit led by Ugandan President Yoweri Museveni, aimed at facilitating a meeting between General Abdel Fattah al-Burhan, the leader of Sudan’s ruling Sovereign Council, and Mohamed Hamdan Dagalo, leader of the Rapid Support Forces.
This summit, allegedly scheduled for late October, seeks to address the ongoing conflict. However, Awad dismissed the legitimacy of such efforts, describing the African Union-led initiative as flawed due to Sudan’s suspended membership in the organization. He reiterated that no external body could impose solutions on Sudan without the nation’s direct involvement.
Awad also discussed how the war has revealed which countries are truly Sudan’s allies, pointing out that some nations have formed alliances against Sudan for their own political and financial gains. He stressed that Sudan will reshape its foreign relations based on the support it has received from friendly and neighboring countries during this challenging period. Moving forward, Sudan plans to focus on fostering ties with countries that have stood by its side, while distancing itself from those influenced by foreign agendas and political funding.
On the subject of Sudanese-American relations, Awad acknowledged that the relationship has been marked by fluctuations, influenced by both countries’ shifting interests.
He explained that while the US has previously pressured Sudan to negotiate with the Rapid Support Forces, Sudan has remained firm in defending its sovereignty and rejecting any negotiations that undermine its authority.
Awad expressed hope for a more balanced relationship with the US as American policymakers start to rely on more accurate information regarding the situation in Sudan, moving away from misinformation previously influenced by leftist Sudanese groups.
Sudan is keen to rebuild its foreign relations based on mutual respect and balanced interests, particularly with nations that have proven to be genuine allies.
As the nation navigates its internal conflict and external pressures, Sudan remains steadfast in protecting its sovereignty and ensuring that any resolutions to its crises are determined by the Sudanese people, for Sudanese people.
