Khartoum, DZWatch – The Sudanese government has put forward a comprehensive ceasefire proposal, advocating for its implementation under international and regional monitoring. The initiative was announced by Prime Minister Kamel Idris during an address to the United Nations Security Council on Monday.
Prime Minister Idris emphasized that Sudan has paid a heavy price due to the ongoing conflict. The proposed ceasefire aims to establish a cessation of hostilities, overseen by the United Nations, the African Union, and the Arab League. A key component of the plan involves the disarmament of what he termed “rebellious militias.”
The initiative also incorporates disarmament, demobilization, and reintegration (DDR) programs for non-convicted combatants, facilitating their return to civilian life. “There can be no peace without accountability,” Idris stated, underscoring the importance of justice in the peace process.
Furthermore, the proposal calls for an inclusive Sudanese-Sudanese dialogue during the transitional period to establish the foundations for governance. This transitional phase would culminate in general elections under international supervision, ensuring a fair and transparent process.
Idris described the initiative as “a well-considered option to replace chaos with order, violence with law, and despair with hope.” He also alleged that Sudan has been subjected to “aggression by the Rapid Support Forces militia and its supporters.”
Meanwhile, the United States, represented by Deputy Representative to the Security Council Jeff Bartos, indicated support for a humanitarian truce. Bartos urged all Sudanese parties to accept the truce without preconditions, stressing that the responsibility for ending the conflict rests on the Sudanese Armed Forces and the Rapid Support Forces. He cautioned against providing arms to either side, warning that it would prolong the conflict.
The US official also emphasized the need for all parties to adhere to humanitarian principles, including the protection of civilians and ensuring full and safe access for humanitarian aid. The move comes amid growing US interest in the Sudanese crisis, with Washington seeking to impose a truce before the end of the year, amid fears that the truce could be as fragile as previous attempts.
The ongoing conflict between the Sudanese army and the Rapid Support Forces, which began in April 2023, has exacerbated the humanitarian crisis in Sudan, resulting in tens of thousands of deaths and the displacement of approximately 13 million people. The situation remains critical, demanding urgent and concerted efforts to achieve a lasting peace.
