Sudanese Foreign Minister Ali Youssif has dismissed recent efforts to establish a parallel government, asserting that such moves would escalate the country’s ongoing crisis.
Key political groups, including members of the anti-war Tagadum coalition, have been engaging in Nairobi to discuss forming a “peace government,” a step welcomed by the Rapid Support Forces (RSF). Youssif, however, cautioned against creating a divided governance system, comparing it to Libya’s fragmented administration.
Youssif labeled these initiatives as externally driven conspiracies, aimed at undermining Sudan’s sovereignty and countering the military’s progress against the RSF. He called on international allies to support Sudan’s unity and stability while rejecting these developments.
Amid warnings of famine, the foreign minister refuted claims of widespread hunger, framing them as exaggerated narratives intended to prompt international intervention. While acknowledging a domestic food crisis, he emphasized the situation had not reached famine levels.
Youssif criticized global responses to alleged RSF crimes, urging stronger international measures, including travel restrictions and legal actions against RSF leaders. He also expressed disappointment over the international community’s limited focus on Sudan’s conflict compared to other global crises.
Regarding conflict resolution, Youssif advocated a military solution as the sole viable option, rejecting negotiations while hostilities persist. He underscored the importance of dismantling the RSF and leaving political discussions to civilian forces after a ceasefire is achieved.