Sudan’s paramilitary forces agree to truce proposed by U.S.-led mediator group
Summary
A paramilitary group in Sudan called the Rapid Support Forces (RSF) has agreed to a temporary peace plan suggested by a U.S.-led group to address ongoing conflicts. The proposal aims to start with a three-month humanitarian truce, followed by discussions on political solutions. The conflict between the RSF and Sudan's military has led to significant casualties and displacement, with millions facing severe food shortages.Key Facts
- The Rapid Support Forces (RSF) agreed to a U.S.-proposed humanitarian truce.
- The RSF took control of el-Fasher, the last military stronghold in western Darfur.
- The conflict began in 2023, after a democratic transition plan failed post-2019 uprising.
- The fighting has killed at least 40,000 people and displaced 12 million, according to WHO.
- Over 24 million people in Sudan face severe food shortages.
- The U.S. is collaborating with Saudi Arabia, Egypt, and the UAE to mediate peace.
- The U.S. plan includes a three-month truce, followed by a nine-month political process.
- The Sudanese military demands the RSF withdraw from civilian areas to agree to a truce.
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