The United Nations Security Council has rejected the announcement of the establishment of a “parallel government” in Sudan.
In a statement issued on Wednesday, Council members expressed deep concern over the implications of such measures, which they said pose a direct threat to Sudan’s territorial integrity and unity, risk escalating the ongoing conflict, further fragmenting the country, and worsening an already dire humanitarian situation.
The statement affirmed the Council members’ unwavering commitment to Sudan’s sovereignty, independence, unity, and territorial integrity, stressing that any unilateral steps undermining these principles not only jeopardize Sudan’s future but also threaten peace and stability across the wider region.
“The priority,” the statement read, “is for the parties to resume talks to reach a permanent ceasefire and create the conditions necessary for a political resolution of the conflict, with the participation of all active Sudanese political and social actors. This should lead to the re-establishment of a credible and inclusive political transition toward a nationally elected democratic government, following a civilian-led transitional period, in order to fulfill the Sudanese people’s aspirations for a peaceful, stable, and prosperous future, in full alignment with the principle of national ownership.”
The Council members recalled Resolution 2736 (2024), which demands that the Rapid Support Forces (RSF) lift their siege of El Fasher, calls for an immediate cessation of hostilities, and urges de-escalation in and around the city, where the risk of famine and extreme food insecurity is high.
They voiced grave concern over reports of renewed RSF attacks in El Fasher and urged the group to allow unhindered humanitarian access to the city.
The Security Council also condemned recent attacks by warring parties in the Kordofan region over the past weeks, which have resulted in large-scale civilian casualties.
They called on all parties to the conflict to protect civilians, honor their obligations under international law, and comply with Resolution 2736 (2024) as well as the commitments made under the Jeddah Declaration.
The statement further urged all sides to respect international humanitarian law and called for accountability for all perpetrators of serious violations.
The Council members also urged all UN member states to refrain from external interference aimed at fueling conflict and instability, to support efforts for lasting peace, and to fulfill their obligations under international law and relevant Security Council resolutions, including Resolution 2750 (2024).
The members reaffirmed their solidarity with, and firm commitment to, continuing support for Sudan and its people in their aspirations to restore peace, security, stability, and lasting prosperity for the benefit of all Sudanese.
