Khartoum, Sudan – (African Boulevard News) – After months of conflict, Sudan’s warring sides have finally agreed to a seven-day ceasefire starting from Monday. The move has been welcomed by many as a significant step towards finding a lasting peace in the country.
Representatives of both army chief Abdel Fattah al-Burhan and his former deputy Mohamed Hamdan Daglo signed up to the ceasefire in Jeddah last week. This follows months of unrest in the country, marked by deadly clashes and political turmoil.
The ceasefire is a welcome development for the people of Sudan, who have been living in fear for months. It is hoped that the ceasefire will provide an opportunity for the warring sides to come to the negotiating table and begin talks that will lead to a lasting peace.
The African Union (AU) has welcomed the ceasefire, with AU Chairperson Moussa Faki Mahamat commending the two sides for their “commitment to the peace process.” He urged the warring sides to “seize this opportunity to resolve their differences through dialogue and negotiation.”
The United Nations (UN) has also welcomed the ceasefire, with Secretary-General António Guterres calling on all parties “to engage in good faith and demonstrate their commitment to a peaceful settlement of the conflict.”
The ceasefire comes after months of pressure from the international community, which has been calling for an end to the violence in Sudan. The UN, the AU, and other international organizations have been closely monitoring the situation in the country and have been working to find a solution to the crisis.
The ceasefire is a significant development in the ongoing conflict in Sudan, but many challenges remain. The warring sides will need to work together to find a lasting solution to the crisis, one that will bring peace and stability to the country.
The next few days will be crucial, as the warring sides take stock of the situation and decide on their next steps. It is hoped that the ceasefire will provide an opportunity for the warring sides to come to the negotiating table and begin talks that will lead to a lasting peace.
In conclusion, the seven-day ceasefire is a positive development in a conflict that has caused untold suffering to the people of Sudan. It is hoped that the ceasefire will provide an opportunity for the warring sides to come to the negotiating table and begin talks that will lead to a lasting peace. The international community will be closely monitoring the situation, and will continue to work towards a solution to the crisis.
