Sudan Ceasefire: Military Accepts UN Plan
- CAIRO - Sudan's army has agreed to a United Nations proposal for a week-long ceasefire in El Fasher, a move intended to enable critical aid delivery to the...
- Guterres requested the humanitarian truce in El Fasher, the capital of North Darfur province, to alleviate the dire conditions and facilitate aid distribution.
- Though, the role of the paramilitary Rapid Support Forces (RSF) remains uncertain.
Sudan’s military has accepted a UN ceasefire proposal in El Fasher, a move critical for facilitating humanitarian aid, marking a potential turning point in this devastating conflict. The agreement, following a direct appeal from the UN secretary-General, aims to address catastrophic conditions and allow for aid distribution in the war-torn region, offering a glimmer of hope amidst ongoing violence. The primary_keyword, the seven-day ceasefire, is a welcome progress. However, the secondary_keyword-the role of the RSF-remains a notable concern. Compliance from the paramilitary forces is uncertain. The conflict has already caused mass displacement and famine,resulting in over 20,000 deaths and displacing millions. News Directory 3 is keeping a close watch on the situation.will this truce hold, or will the fighting continue? Discover what’s next …
Sudan military Agrees to UN Ceasefire Proposal in El Fasher
Updated June 27, 2025
CAIRO – Sudan’s army has agreed to a United Nations proposal for a week-long ceasefire in El Fasher, a move intended to enable critical aid delivery to the region.The Sudanese military leadership confirmed its acceptance Friday.
The agreement follows a direct appeal from U.N. Secretary-General António Guterres to Gen. Abdel-Fattah Burhan, the Sudanese military leader. Guterres requested the humanitarian truce in El Fasher, the capital of North Darfur province, to alleviate the dire conditions and facilitate aid distribution. burhan reportedly agreed,emphasizing the importance of adhering to relevant U.N. Security Council resolutions.
Though, the role of the paramilitary Rapid Support Forces (RSF) remains uncertain. It is not yet known whether the RSF will agree to or comply with the proposed ceasefire, raising concerns about its effectiveness.
Guterres addressed reporters Friday, stating, “We are making contacts with both sides with that objective, and that was the essential reason for that phone contact. We have a dramatic situation in El Fasher.” He underscored the urgency of the situation and the need for cooperation from all parties.
Specific details regarding the implementation of the ceasefire, including its start date, have not been disclosed.
Sudan has been embroiled in a devastating war since April 2023. Escalating tensions between the Sudanese army and the RSF erupted into widespread conflict, resulting in over 20,000 deaths.The Sudan conflict has also displaced more than 14 million people, pushing parts of the nation into famine. UNICEF estimates that approximately 61,800 children have been internally displaced as the war’s onset.
Guterres emphasized that a humanitarian truce is essential for effective aid distribution. He noted that several days of advance planning are necessary to organise a large-scale delivery in the El Fasher area, which has experienced repeated violence.
El Fasher, located more than 500 miles southwest of Khartoum, is currently under military control. The RSF has been attempting to seize the city for a year, aiming to consolidate its control over the Darfur region. these efforts have included repeated attacks on the city and its surrounding displacement camps, exacerbating the humanitarian crisis.
What’s next
the United Nations will continue to negotiate with both the Sudanese military and the RSF to secure a comprehensive ceasefire agreement and ensure the safe delivery of humanitarian aid to El Fasher.