The Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC) has called for an immediate ceasefire in Sudan during its 45th Supreme Council session held in Kuwait City. Leaders from the six-member bloc emphasized the need to protect Sudan’s sovereignty, security, and territorial integrity while advocating for an inclusive political process to restore civilian governance.
In a concluding statement, the GCC expressed deep concern over the ongoing conflict between General al-Burhan’s forces (SAF) and the Rapid Support Forces (RSF). The leaders urged both sides to engage in meaningful dialogue, unify ranks, and work toward a peaceful resolution to alleviate the suffering of the Sudanese people.
The Council reaffirmed the commitments outlined in the 2023 Jeddah Declaration, which included protecting civilians, adhering to humanitarian law, and implementing a ceasefire. They also highlighted the importance of UN Security Council Resolution 2736, which supports the full implementation of the Jeddah Declaration.
The GCC welcomed initiatives like the Aligned for Advancing Lifesaving and Peace in Sudan (ALPS) and called for an immediate truce in conflict hotspots such as Khartoum, North Darfur, Sennar, and El Gezira. These measures aim to facilitate humanitarian aid and ensure the safe evacuation of civilians.
The statement also condemned attacks on diplomatic missions in Sudan, including a September 2024 airstrike on the UAE embassy in Khartoum by SAF forces.
The GCC comprises Bahrain, Kuwait, Oman, Saudi Arabia, Qatar, and the UAE. The UAE has faced allegations of supporting the RSF, a topic that previously caused tensions between Sudanese and Emirati representatives at the UN Security Council.
