Sudanese Army Leader Rejects Negotiations With RSF

Sudanese Army Commander-in-Chief Abdel Fattah al-Burhan stated he will not enter negotiations with the Rapid Support Forces (RSF). The Sudanese military and its supporting forces remain committed to this course of action, according to the report. Sudan's army chief stated he will not negotiate with those he described as rebels or anyone supporting them. The chief asserted that the military's presence is intended to protect the people rather than cause destruction. He noted that the military's involvement could lead to greater victories in the Darfur region. The chief suggested that recent defections could cause losses for the RSF unless they play a decisive role in battles in Darfur and Kordofan. The announcement follows ongoing conflict where the state has failed to protect civilian property. The move represents a challenge to post-colonial sovereignty in the region. The scale of the humanitarian crisis in Sudan continues to worsen as the state has become an actor in the conflict, specifically through the Janjaweed. External actors including Russia, the UAE, Egypt, and Turkey are reportedly involved in the country's dynamics. No specific terms or timelines for the negotiations were provided by the source. The commander said that the armed forces and their supporting units will not enter into talks with the paramilitary group.