As the war that erupted in Sudan on April 15 of last year nears its first anniversary, hostilities continue. A document prepared by various parties and civil entities has outlined a proposed political solution. The document, titled "Proposal for a Political Solution to End the War and Establish the Sudanese State," published by the magazine "Al-Majalla," includes a cessation of hostilities and a two-month ceasefire, followed by the formation of a transitional civilian government and a unified military over a ten-year period.
This document, which enjoys support from various international and Arab actors, consists of three sections covering the principles and foundations of a comprehensive solution, cessation of hostilities, humanitarian assistance, and the political process. The proposal was initiated by Abdullah Hamdok, former Prime Minister, and the "Sudanese Professionals Association," based on ongoing efforts for resolution, including the Jeddah Declaration signed on May 11, 2023, the IGAD roadmap, the African Union's involvement, and the "Declaration of Principles" signed in Manama.
Meanwhile, the Umma Party, the Communist Party, and the Arab Socialist Ba'ath Party issued a statement last Sunday warning against what they described as "a settlement project being prepared with regional and international participation to share power between the military and the Rapid Support Forces for a duration of ten years." The three parties expressed their rejection of the proposal and called for the formation of a civilian bloc to halt the war.
It is worth noting that a ceasefire between the army, led by Abdel Fattah al-Burhan, and the Rapid Support Forces, led by Mohamed Hamdan Dagalo, was expected during the current month of Ramadan; however, these efforts have failed, despite the Security Council approving a draft resolution at the beginning of the month calling for a Ramadan truce, backed by 14 countries.
