Sudan Condemns Kenya’s Support of Rival Government Amid Ongoing Conflict
Sudan has criticized Kenya for its support of a rival government formed by the RSF, accusing it of threatening regional security. The Sudanese government plans to retaliate with economic sanctions and diplomatic measures against Kenya. This turmoil follows a power struggle that has engulfed the nation in conflict since April 2023, leading to severe humanitarian repercussions.
In recent developments, Sudan’s government has condemned Kenya for what it describes as “irresponsible and hostile” support towards a rival administration formed by the paramilitary Rapid Support Forces (RSF). Since April 2023, the power struggle between army chief Abdel Fattah al-Burhan and RSF commander Mohamed Hamdan Daglo has escalated into armed conflict. A coalition of political and armed groups recently convened in Nairobi, signing a charter that aims to establish a parallel governance structure with Kenyan facilitation.
Sudan’s foreign ministry expressed grave concern over Kenya’s actions, labeling them a “dangerous precedent” that threatens regional stability. It accused the Kenyan leadership of endorsing a government led by what it termed a “genocidal militia”. The Sudanese government has indicated that it will respond to these perceived provocations through appropriate measures.
Hussein Al-Amin Al-Fadil, a senior official in Sudan’s foreign ministry, announced on Monday that the government is considering economic sanctions against Kenya, which could include imposing a ban on the importation of Kenyan goods. Additionally, Sudan plans to withdraw its ambassador from Nairobi and pursue formal complaints against Kenya in regional and international forums.
The charter, signed by several groups including a faction of the Sudan People’s Liberation Movement-North, has drawn warnings from the United Nations regarding its potential to exacerbate the ongoing fragmentation of Sudan amid civil unrest. Conversely, Kenyan Foreign Minister Musalia Mudavadi has characterized the charter as a “peace agreement” that aims to facilitate stability and governance in Sudan.
Khartoum’s government has alleged that Kenya’s actions enable the RSF to procure arms and relieve regional supporters from accountability. They argue that such moves could further escalate conflicts within Sudan, thereby straining relations with its neighbors. Meanwhile, accusations against the United Arab Emirates regarding the armament of the RSF have persisted, following Kenya’s recent economic partnership with the UAE, which the Sudanese government views with suspicion.
As fighting continues in the capital and throughout Sudan, both political factions are engaged in a violent struggle that has resulted in significant civilian casualties. The ongoing conflict, rooted in a power struggle, has led to severe humanitarian consequences, fueling one of the largest displacement crises in the world.
Sudan’s reaction to Kenya’s support for a rival government highlights the intense political tensions and ongoing conflict within the country. The Sudanese government is responding with potential economic sanctions and diplomatic actions against Kenya, which they believe threatens regional stability. The international community continues to monitor the situation as factional violence persists and humanitarian crises deepen, putting civilian lives at risk.
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