African Union warns against external interference in the crisis in Sudan and demands the warring parties 'swiftly embrace a peaceful solution and inclusive dialogue'
African Union urges regional countries and other stakeholders to support ongoing efforts to return Sudan to transition process towards constitutional order.
The council "strongly rejects any external interference that could complicate the situation in Sudan," it said in a statement issued after an emergency meeting on Sudan held at the African Union's headquarters in the Ethiopian capital Addis Ababa. It also demanded the Sudanese Armed Forces and the Rapid Support Forces to "swiftly embrace a peaceful solution and inclusive dialogue" to resolve their differences.Clashes between Sudan's military and the paramilitary RSF continued for a second consecutive day Sunday in various parts of the capital Khartoum, particularly at or near army headquarters.
Meanwhile, the leaders of the Intergovernmental Authority on Development during a virtual meeting Sunday called for an immediate cessation of hostilities.
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