Sudan army chief rejects truce proposal citing UAE role
Summary
The head of Sudan's army, Abdel Fattah al-Burhan, rejected a ceasefire plan proposed by the U.S. and other mediators, citing the involvement of the United Arab Emirates (UAE) as a problem. He criticized the proposal for favoring the paramilitary group Rapid Support Forces (RSF) and questioned the credibility of the mediators, known as the Quad, which includes the UAE, the U.S., Saudi Arabia, and Egypt. The proposal aimed to establish a truce and a civilian government, but ongoing battles between the army and RSF have continued.Key Facts
- Sudan's army chief rejected a ceasefire plan due to the UAE's involvement.
- The mediators of the ceasefire proposal are the U.S., UAE, Saudi Arabia, and Egypt, known as the Quad.
- Sudan's military leader called the proposal the "worst one" yet, suggesting it favors the RSF.
- Sudan's civil war has resulted in over 40,000 deaths and the displacement of millions.
- Al-Burhan claims the UAE supports the RSF and prolongs the conflict for its interests.
- The RSF agreed to the proposed plan, which includes a three-month truce.
- The conflict began in April 2023 due to a power struggle between the army and the RSF.
- President Trump and Saudi Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman have discussed efforts to end Sudan's war.
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