Sudan’s conflicting military leaders reach a consensus on a ceasefire and commence discussions for peace

Sudan’s conflicting military leaders express their commitment to an unconditional cessation of hostilities and a direct, face-to-face dialogue aimed at resolving their eight-month-long conflict. The devastating war has exacerbated the existing challenges in the impoverished African country, displacing millions and contributing to the world’s most severe humanitarian crisis.

Addressing a panel at the Doha Forum on Monday, Mike Hammer, the Special US Envoy to the Horn of Africa, reported that the two generals reached an agreement for a ceasefire and a personal meeting during a summit of the Inter-Governmental Authority on Development held in Djibouti over the weekend.

While Army chief Gen Abdel Fattah Al Burhan participated in the meeting, Gen Mohamed Dagalo, his former ally and deputy, and current leader of the Rapid Support Forces paramilitary, opted to stay away. Instead, Gen Dagalo engaged with the assembled leaders through a telephone conversation, a move notable for his infrequent public appearances since the war’s initial stages.