In Jeddah, Saudi Arabia, on Thursday, a preliminary accord was reportedly signed between Sudan’s army and the Rapid Support Forces, the country’s elite military unit. The agreement, described by TV channel Al-Hadas as a tentative initial understanding, centers on the parties reaffirming their commitment to Sudan’s sovereignty and territorial integrity.
The reports indicate that the document signed is a preliminary step, laying down the frame for de-escalation and a potential pathway to stabilizing the conflict that has affected several regions within the country. Observers note that the commitment to national unity and the protection of Sudan’s borders remains a core pillar of the discussions, even as both sides acknowledge ongoing tensions on the ground. The events in Jeddah come amid broader international efforts to broker a ceasefire and a political process that could lead to a durable settlement, with various states and regional actors voicing support for a peaceful resolution (Source: Al-Hadas TV).
Meanwhile, a phone conversation took place between President Recep Tayyip Erdogan of Turkey and Abdel Fattah al-Burhan, the Chairman of Sudan’s Interim Sovereignty Council and Commander-in-Chief of the Sudanese Armed Forces. The Turkish president expressed support for Ankara’s role in helping to normalize the situation in Sudan and stabilize the region. The dialogue reflects ongoing international interest in Sudan’s trajectory as actors seek to prevent further civilian harm and to restore functioning governance structures (Source: Al-Hadas TV).
The current crisis in Sudan intensified from mid-April, marked by heavy fighting in Khartoum and other states between Sudan’s regular army and the Rapid Intervention Forces under the command of Mohammed Hamdan Daglo, deputy chairman of the Interim Sovereignty Council. The latest developments point to a tense but crucial moment in Sudan’s efforts to calm the conflict, protect civilian populations, and preserve the integrity of state institutions. Analysts emphasize that any durable solution will require sustained political dialogue, confidence-building measures, and international coordination to facilitate a credible, inclusive process toward stability (Source: Al-Hadas TV).