A paramilitary group in Sudan, the Rapid Support Forces, has announced the formation of a rival government that will rule parts of the country under its control, including the Darfur region. Led by Gen. Mohammed Hamdan Dagalo, the group declared the establishment of the Government of Peace and Unity, with a 15-member Presidential Council representing all regions of Sudan. This move comes as the country marks two years of civil war and sees the Rapid Support Forces regrouping in Darfur after facing battlefield setbacks.
The United Nations has expressed extreme concern over this development, stating that it does not bring Sudan any closer to resolving the conflict and could lead to further destabilization. The international community has rejected the Rapid Support Forces’ efforts to establish an administration in areas they control, citing the violation of Sudan’s sovereignty and territorial integrity.
Sudan has been in turmoil since April 15, 2023, with thousands killed and millions displaced. Recent attacks in Darfur by the Rapid Support Forces have resulted in over 400 deaths, including aid workers and children, prompting a humanitarian crisis. The U.N. has called for urgent action to protect civilians and ensure access to humanitarian aid in the region.
The formation of a parallel government by the Rapid Support Forces raises concerns about the future of Sudan and the potential for a prolonged conflict similar to that in neighboring Libya. The international community must work together to find a peaceful resolution to the crisis and prevent further escalation of violence in Sudan.
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