UN Envoy Invites Sudanese Army and RSF to Indirect Talks in Geneva

The UN Secretary-General’s personal envoy, Ramtane Lamamra, has invited the Sudanese army and the Rapid Support Forces (RSF) to participate in indirect talks aimed at addressing the humanitarian crisis and protecting civilians in Sudan. The invitation follows Security Council Resolution 2736 (2024), adopted on June 13th, which called for further recommendations on civilian protection and encouraged the coordinated engagement of Mr. Lamamra with regional actors to advance peace in Sudan. In letters dated June 26 seen by Sudan Tribune, Mr. Lamamra invited the Chairman of the Sovereign Council and Commander-in-Chief of the Sudanese army, as well as the RSF commander, to discuss measures to ensure the distribution of humanitarian aid and protect civilians across Sudan. The senior-level delegations are set to convene in Geneva, Switzerland, starting July 10th, 2024, for discussions in a “proximity format” facilitated by the United Nations. (Sudan Tribune)