Outcry in Sudan as US reportedly holds al-Burhan’s UN visa over truce plan
Summary
The United States reportedly withheld a visa for Sudan’s army chief, Abdel Fattah al-Burhan, ahead of the United Nations General Assembly. This action appears to be an attempt to pressure him into accepting a 90-day ceasefire amid Sudan’s ongoing civil war. Sudanese officials and activists criticized this move, viewing it as political pressure and a violation of UN agreements.Key Facts
- Sudan has been in a civil war since April 2023, involving the army led by General al-Burhan and the paramilitary Rapid Support Forces.
- The conflict has caused over 200,000 deaths and large-scale hunger and displacement crises.
- The US reportedly linked al-Burhan’s visa approval to his acceptance of a US-proposed 90-day ceasefire.
- Sudan’s UN ambassador requested the UN to intervene with the US over the visa issue.
- UN Secretary-General Antonio Guterres expressed concern about the visa not being issued and urged the US to respect its obligations under UN agreements.
- Sudanese activists and journalists criticized the US for using the visa as a tool for political leverage.
- The US State Department questioned al-Burhan’s legitimacy as a leader and said it wants to increase the cost of ongoing conflict.
- Sudan’s Foreign Ministry called on the US to engage positively with the Sudanese government.
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