The shortest path to ending this war is through ending the support the RSF receives from certain regional powers.

A tragedy is unfolding in Sudan as a result of the brutal proxy war the Rapid Support Forces (RSF) militia has been waging on the Sudanese people and state since April 2023. This war seeks to reshape Sudan, its state, demography, and potentially its borders to further the agenda of an avaricious regional power, with the tacit approval or indifference of certain global actors.

The international community is fully aware of the unspeakable atrocities the RSF has committed against our people over the course of this war. Sudanese Armed Forces (SAF) is fully capable of defeating the RSF and putting an end to these grave violations of international law. Our forces are fighting with an unwavering determination to restore peace and stability, repair national unity, and enable our people to rebuild their lives. But we need more from the international community to end this war.

Why does the war persist?

This war would not have lasted this long without the logistical, political, and media support the RSF receives from certain regional countries. We in Sudan, therefore, call upon all peace-loving nations, as well as international and regional organisations, to unequivocally condemn external interference in Sudan’s internal affairs and demand these countries cease supporting the rebel militia with money, weapons, and mercenaries. We believe this is the shortest path to ending the war.

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