US calls for immediate end to violence in Sudan

Antony Blinken, the U.S. Secretary of State, expressed his concern about the rising violence between the Sudanese Armed Forces and the Rapid Support Forces, the main paramilitary group in the country, and called for an immediate end to the hostilities.
16.04.2023 00:45:05 / English News

In a tweet, he also mentioned that the Embassy team in Khartoum was safe and accounted for.

Blinken urged all parties to cease the violence without delay and avoid further escalation or troop mobilization.

He also emphasized the importance of continuing the dialogue to resolve the outstanding issues.

Deeply concerned about reports of escalating violence between the Sudanese Armed Forces and Rapid Support Forces. We are in touch with the Embassy team in Khartoum - all are currently accounted for. We urge all actors to stop the violence immediately and avoid further escalations…
— Secretary Antony Blinken (@SecBlinken) April 15, 2023

Meanwhile, the Rapid Support Forces claimed that they had taken control of the presidential palace, the army chief's residence, and Khartoum international airport, indicating a potential coup attempt. (ILKHA)