Sudanese Leader Refuses to Dialogue with Rapid Support Forces
On October 21 local time, the Chairman of the Sudan Sovereignty Council and Commander-in-Chief of the Armed Forces, Burhan, stated that the Sudanese government refuses to engage in dialogue and negotiations with the Rapid Support Forces.
In his speech that day, Burhan said there is no room for dialogue between the Sudanese government and the Rapid Support Forces. The only option for the Rapid Support Forces is to lay down their arms and surrender; otherwise, they will continue to face military strikes.
Burhan also stated that Sudan rejects external forces interfering in Sudanese affairs and will not leave any space for "agents" of external forces to operate. He emphasized that the Sudanese people and the Sudanese military are not under the "guardianship" of any external forces, and the decision regarding the future of the Sudanese nation rests in the hands of the Sudanese people.
On April 15, 2023, armed conflict erupted between the Sudanese military and the Rapid Support Forces in the capital, Khartoum, and the fighting subsequently spread to other regions. The ongoing armed conflict, which has lasted for more than three years, has resulted in at least 59,000 deaths and triggered a severe humanitarian crisis. (Reporter Zhao Yuanfang from the Central Broadcasting Station)
On October 21, 2023, Sudan's Sovereign Council Chairman Burhan announced the government's refusal to engage in dialogue with the Rapid Support Forces, demanding their surrender. He emphasized that there is no space for negotiation and warned of continued military action against them. The Sudanese government also rejected external interference in its affairs, asserting that the future of Sudan is determined by its people.
- Sudan government refuses dialogue with Rapid Support Forces.
- Rapid Support Forces must surrender or face military action.
- External interference in Sudanese affairs is rejected by the government.
- Ongoing conflict since April 15, 2023, has resulted in significant casualties.
- At least 59,000 deaths reported due to the conflict.