Summary
Sudan’s Prime Minister shared the government’s plan for peace after years of war that began in 2023 when a militia attacked the army. The plan includes a ceasefire, disarmament of militias, safe return for displaced people, justice for war crimes, and a path to elections reflecting the people’s wishes.
Key Facts
- The war in Sudan started in April 2023 when the Rapid Support Forces militia attacked and surrounded a city airport.
- The Sudanese army, supported by local forces and popular resistance, has been fighting to protect the country’s unity.
- The Hope Government initiative calls for a ceasefire monitored by international groups and for militias to gather in agreed places.
- It aims to help displaced people and refugees return home safely with humanitarian aid.
- The plan seeks transitional justice that balances forgiveness with accountability for war crimes.
- The initiative focuses on political dialogue to create a government truly chosen by the Sudanese people.
- The Prime Minister says regional interference has fueled the war and harmed Sudan’s resources.
- The Sudanese government is open to peace talks, even with past enemies, if they stop violence and join efforts to rebuild.
