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Transition talks in Sudan may form a unified Army

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The long-standing conflict in Sudan may finally be seeing a glimmer of hope as opposing factions engage in transition talks. The latest development in these talks is the consideration of forming a unified army, bringing together disparate military groups that have fought against each other for years.

Representatives from various factions in the transitional government have been meeting in the capital city of Khartoum to discuss the formation of a unified military force. This force would be composed of the government army, the Sudanese Armed Forces (SAF), and various rebel groups that have fought against the government in recent years.

<blockquote class="twitter-tweet"><p lang="en" dir="ltr">Sudan’s military leader General Abdel Fattah al-Burhan backs democratic transition as talks on military reforms begin <a href="https://t.co/r35Ou97UQC">https://t.co/r35Ou97UQC</a> <a href="https://t.co/wvALRYnh7i">pic.twitter.com/wvALRYnh7i</a></p>&mdash; Al Jazeera English (@AJEnglish) <a href="https://twitter.com/AJEnglish/status/1640066710286872577?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">March 26, 2023</a></blockquote> <script async src="https://platform.twitter.com/widgets.js" charset="utf-8"></script>

The talks have been ongoing for several weeks and have been described as both challenging and productive. While there are still many issues to be resolved, including the distribution of power within the unified army and how it will be funded, there is optimism that an agreement can be reached.

This proposed formation of a unified army could mark a significant turning point in the conflict in Sudan. The country has been plagued by violence and instability for decades, with different factions vying for control of the government and natural resources. The formation of a unified army could help to bring about stability and peace, as well as provide a sense of security for the people of Sudan.

The transitional government has been working towards a peaceful resolution to the conflict in Sudan since it came into power in 2019. The government has been engaging with different factions, including rebel groups, to find a solution that is acceptable to all parties.

The formation of a unified army is just one of the many steps that need to be taken to bring about lasting peace in Sudan. However, it is a crucial step that could pave the way for further progress. The international community has been closely following the developments in Sudan and has expressed its support for the transitional government’s efforts to bring about peace and stability in the country.

In conclusion, the formation of a unified army in Sudan is a significant development in the ongoing transition talks. While there are still many challenges to overcome, the fact that opposing factions are considering working together is a positive sign. The international community will be closely watching as the talks progress, hoping that they will lead to lasting peace and stability in Sudan.

 

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