- U.S. warns against attempts to form a parallel government in Sudan.
- RSF signed a political charter in Nairobi with Sudanese political factions.
- Washington expresses deep concern over the move, citing risks of further instability.
The United States has issued a stern warning regarding efforts to establish a parallel government in Sudan, weeks after the Rapid Support Forces (RSF) signed a political charter in Nairobi, Kenya with various Sudanese political parties and armed factions.
In a statement released by the U.S. Bureau of African Affairs, the Donald Trump administration expressed its deep concern over reports that the RSF and its allies had signed a transitional constitution for Sudan.
“The U.S. is deeply concerned by reports the RSF and aligned actors have signed a ‘transitional constitution’ for Sudan,” the statement, issued on Wednesday, read.
Fears of Further Instability in Sudan
Washington’s warning comes as Sudan remains mired in conflict, with the RSF locked in a brutal war against the Sudanese Armed Forces (SAF) led by General Abdel Fattah al-Burhan. The formation of a parallel government could further complicate peace efforts and escalate tensions in the war-torn nation.
The political charter signed in Nairobi was seen as an attempt by the RSF and its allies to create a civilian-led transition separate from the military-controlled government. However, the move has sparked backlash, with fears that it could lead to prolonged instability and fragmentation of Sudan’s political landscape.
Kenya’s Role in the Sudan Conflict
Kenya has played an active role in diplomatic engagements on Sudan, with President William Ruto previously offering to mediate peace talks. However, the hosting of the RSF’s charter signing in Nairobi has raised concerns over Kenya’s neutrality in the Sudanese conflict.
As Sudan’s political and military power struggle intensifies, Washington’s warning signals growing international scrutiny over Kenya’s involvement in the crisis.
