In his first public statement since the weeklong conflict between his troops and a powerful paramilitary force, Sudan’s army chief stated on Friday morning that the military under his leadership was committed to a peaceful transition to civilian rule. General Abdel Fattah al-Burhan, who is Sudan’s de facto leader, did not, however, commit to the latest cease-fire that its rival, the Rapid Support Forces paramilitary group, said it had agreed to on Friday. The cease-fire would allow people to gather for the Eid holiday marking the end of the holy month of Ramadan.
General al-Burhan acknowledged that the clashes had resulted in serious casualties, major destruction of property, and displacement of families across the country. He stated that the fighting had left no room for the joy that the people of Sudan deserved during the Eid holiday. He added that he was confident that they would overcome this ordeal with training, wisdom, and…
2023-04-21 04:39:07
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