Stories from Khartoum · Sudan

Sudanese Army General Abdel Fattah al-Burhan stated there will be no negotiations with the Rapid Support Forces. Al-Burhan affirmed that the armed forces and supporting troops are determined to complete their mission to rid the Sudanese people of mercenaries.

Investigations have revealed attempts by suspects to pass ammunition shipments to authorities in Sudan in violation of national laws and regulations. Political writer Sidni Fiz Al-Salik stated the event confirms that authorities in Sudan are experiencing instability and misery.

Sudan's Acting President Abdel Fattah al-Burhan stated that the armed forces are determined to conclude the battle and fully liberate the country's territory.

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.

Sudanese Sovereign Council President Abdel Fattah al-Burhan stated that the armed forces will not negotiate with any rebel groups unless they surrender their weapons.

A Sudanese political researcher, Sayed Fayez, reported the discovery of a network involved in smuggling weapons and ammunition. The network reportedly used domestic companies as fronts to move funds and conceal weapon sources through double-dealing transactions. One specific deal was declared at 13 million dollars despite an actual cost of only 10 million dollars, with the difference being distributed as part of the scheme. These developments have drawn condemnation from Sudanese political and human rights groups. There are growing calls to hold those involved accountable and to track financing networks to stop the flow of weapons. The situation is exacerbating the ongoing humanitarian crisis in Sudan. The network utilized forged documents to facilitate ammunition shipments intended for re-shipment to Sudan.

The leadership of the Sudanese Armed Forces received defectors from the Rapid Support Forces at a high political and military level. The defection of Noura al-Qubba is described as a military blow to the Rapid Support Forces. Field sources reported that people sought refuge following the strike. The incident involved a convoy belonging to the Rapid Support Forces, according to Al Araby Radio. The incident occurred in the southern region of the Sudanese capital. Rapid Support Forces targeted sites in the Jabal Awliya region south of Khartoum this morning. A field source reported that Sudanese Army-aligned forces also targeted Rapid Support Forces combat vehicles in a northern province. The specific casualties or damage from these strikes were not immediately specified. Eyewitnesses reported heavy anti-aircraft fire and loud explosions in the Jabal al-Awliya area south of Khartoum.

UNESCO reports that 90 percent of the media infrastructure in Sudan has been destroyed. Journalists in the country face threats, arrests, and obstructions to their work.

Conflict parties in Sudan have agreed to a joint statement outlining foundations for ending the war. The agreement follows an international donor conference held in Berlin in mid-April, where over 1.3 billion euros in aid were pledged.

Sudanese Sovereignty Council President Abdel Fattah al-Burhan stated that he is open to negotiations if parties are willing to do so. The statement comes as the conflict enters its third year.