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July 7, 2024 (Cairo) – The leader of the peace coalition Tagadum, Babiqir Faisal, confirmed that their anti-war forces condemned human rights violations by both warring parties in the ongoing conflict in Sudan, including the paramilitary Rapid Support Forces (RSF).
Faisal criticized representatives of the pro-military Democratic Front who did not sign the final statement because it did not explicitly condemn the Rapid Security Forces, which they believe are primarily responsible for serious abuses against civilians.
Faisal argued that the UN report showed that both sides committed violations and stressed that Taqaddum was not opposed to condemning the Rapid Support Forces for war crimes. In response, he accused the pro-military coalition of refusing to acknowledge the army’s culpability.
Faisal claimed that the leaders of the Sudan Liberation Movement, the Justice and Equality Movement and the Sudan People’s Liberation Movement refused to sign the statement, indicating a split between those seeking peace and those advocating continuing the war.
Faisal further revealed that representatives of pro-military groups participated in the drafting committee and initially approved the final statement, accusing them of reneging on the agreement.
Taghadum has been accused of supporting the RSF and downplaying its crimes, but the coalition insists both the RSF and the army are responsible for war crimes.
During a meeting with Egyptian President Abdel Fattah el-Sisi, both sides stressed the need for a comprehensive political solution to preserve Sudan’s integrity and unity. Faisal said Tagadoum was willing to actively participate in these proposals.
Faisal finally said that the Cairo Conference was a starting point and it was necessary to continue to unite civil forces to stop the war.
The Cairo Conference was the first gathering of leaders of all political forces from Sudan’s previous regime, except the Sudanese Islamists.
The African Union plans to hold another meeting in Addis Ababa in a few days. However, many believe that their efforts to involve Islamists in the political process could further divide Sudan’s political forces, which are already divided over their participation at this stage.
(English stone)
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