An Emirati official stated that during the holy month of Ramadan, the UAE calls upon all parties to respect the sanctity of this period, given its significance for mercy and compassion.
According to sources within the Sudanese army, they will only accept a ceasefire during Ramadan if it ensures access to all besieged cities and regions.
The UAE military is considered a key ally in the Sudanese conflict and is accused of providing rapid support to military factions. Experts from the United Nations and American officials have confirmed these allegations. The UAE denies these accusations.
The conflict in Sudan has resulted in a significant humanitarian crisis, with over 12 million people requiring assistance and half the population facing starvation.
Rapid Support Forces have recently launched attacks on El Fasher, following clashes near Darfur. These forces have been under siege by the army in Khartoum. The military has not responded to requests for comment from Reuters regarding these allegations.
In light of the ceasefire, an Emirati official stated that the UAE is committed to hosting an event on Friday in Addis Ababa, in collaboration with the African Union, aimed at mobilizing necessary humanitarian aid for Sudan, with an expected contribution of $200 million.
The Sudanese government has rejected the offer, with Malik Agar, Deputy Chairman of the Sovereignty Council, stating that it represents "Germany and its enemies fully supporting an African country seeking to protect its lands and sovereignty," referring to the UAE's involvement in the conflict. The Emirati official stated that the Sudanese army is attempting to distort the UAE's role in facilitating negotiations, but that these allegations will not deter the UAE from its core objective of promoting stability.
Officials within the African Union have described the Sudanese civil war as "the worst humanitarian disaster globally," warning that thousands of children are at risk of malnutrition.
Mohammad bin Shambas, head of the follow-up committee for the African Union on Sudan, stated on "X" that the war has "obstructed the possibility of accessing humanitarian aid and led to a decrease in food availability," adding that "children and women are facing continuous violations and the wounded and sick are deprived of medical assistance," describing it as "the worst humanitarian disaster in the world."
The government of the الاقليم الازرق region in southeastern Sudan has initiated a campaign to combat hate speech and incitement to violence across social media platforms, which it says threatens societal peace. According to the Sudanese News Agency (SUNA), Abd al-Ghani Dagis Khalifa, head of the Supreme Council for Culture and Information in the region, affirmed the government's commitment to combating hate speech and racism and deterring all forms of sedition among communities. Dagis emphasized the government's determination to enforce the law, preserving the security and stability witnessed by the region, calling on all citizens to report violations on social media and provide opportunities for those monitoring security and stability.