Mauritania is hosting critical peace consultations on Wednesday, aimed at finding a resolution to Sudan’s ongoing conflict. The talks, convened at the request of the United Nations, are bringing together key international representatives and organizations focused on stabilizing the region and addressing Sudan’s severe humanitarian situation.
Mauritanian state radio reported that President Mohamed Ould Ghazouani met with Ramtane Lamamra, the UN Secretary-General’s Personal Envoy for Sudan, at the Presidential Palace in Nouakchott. Their meeting centered on solutions for the escalating crisis, particularly in addressing the urgent humanitarian needs of the Sudanese population.
Foreign Minister Mohamed Salem Ould Merzoug confirmed Mauritania’s leadership in hosting the consultations, describing the meeting as a vital step in uniting stakeholders engaged in Sudan’s peace initiatives. The consultations are designed to foster cooperation among those working toward peace and stability in Sudan.
Sudan has been embroiled in intense clashes since April 2023, with the army and the paramilitary Rapid Support Forces (RSF) fighting over military reforms and the country’s political transition. The conflict has resulted in more than 20,000 deaths, displaced millions, and left over 25 million people in dire need of humanitarian aid, according to the United Nations.
The Mauritanian-hosted talks underscore the country’s commitment to regional stability and its support for international efforts aimed at alleviating the suffering in Sudan.