G7 nations have called for an immediate ceasefire in Sudan to protect civilians as fighting between the country’s warring factions intensifies.
Massad Boulos, the US presidential adviser on African affairs, issued the call on Friday morning as violence in El Obeid continued to worsen.
The escalation has prompted world powers to invoke the so-called “Berlin Principles”, which set out measures to pressure both sides towards de-escalation.
The Rapid Support Forces and General Abdel Fattah al Burhan’s army are urged to stop fighting and allow humanitarian aid immediately.
It also called on Burhan to accept the peace proposal.
The G7 has called for the enforcement of a United Nations arms embargo across Sudan and urged foreign powers to stop providing military support to the rival forces.
Diplomats are pressing both sides to agree to a humanitarian truce and begin direct peace talks.
The international community hopes the coordinated diplomatic efforts can help end the conflict and pave the way for lasting peace in Sudan.
