In Cairo, rival Sudanese factions, including the Democratic Bloc and Taqaddum, met to discuss a ceasefire to end the 15-month conflict. Despite tensions and accusations, both sides called for a Sudan based on justice, freedom, and peace, amidst a devastating UN report citing 150,000 civilian deaths and 10 million displaced.
The civil war began after the ousting of Omar al-Bashir and a failed power-sharing agreement, leading to continuous conflict and shifting alliances. The recent efforts, albeit challenging, aimed to address the humanitarian crisis and condemn war crimes, with a focus on dialogue and oversight.
While factions showed initial support, key leaders such as Ibrahim, Minawi, and Agar declined to sign a closing statement, citing ongoing RSF atrocities and regional support. The complexity of the crisis demands patience for progress, with stakeholders acknowledging the summit’s vital role in unifying Sudanese politics.
Mubarak Al-Fadil emphasized the need for a political roadmap separate from halting the war, while Bakry Aljack and Mohammed Zakaria highlighted the potential of the Cairo Conference to pave the way for dialogue and an eventual end to the conflict.
Mohamed Mustafa, a Sudanese journalist and political analyst with over 16 years of experience, contributed to this piece.
This article is published in collaboration with Egab.