The United Nations Secretary-General’s Personal Envoy for Sudan, Ramtane Lamamra, has called for renewed efforts toward peace following his recent meetings with key Sudanese stakeholders amid the nation’s prolonged conflict.
Lamamra met with SAF Chief Lt. Gen. Abdelfattah El Burhan in Port Sudan, as well as a delegation from the Rapid Support Forces (RSF) in Addis Ababa, Ethiopia, according to a UN report. He emphasized the UN’s commitment to fostering peace, stability, and democratic governance in Sudan, while acknowledging the current deadlock.
“Our only path forward is to persist in our efforts,” Lamamra stated, while highlighting the devastating impact of the conflict on civilians.
The envoy also engaged with Sudanese civil society, underscoring the need for inclusive peace talks involving women, youth, and marginalized communities. “These are the people bearing the brunt of this tragic war,” he said, urging urgent humanitarian relief alongside negotiations for a lasting ceasefire and political settlement.
Now in its 20th month, the Sudanese conflict has seen significant devastation. Lamamra reiterated that military action cannot resolve the crisis, stating, “History in Sudan and elsewhere has shown us that there is no military solution.” He called for an immediate ceasefire to pave the way for a Sudanese-led process to preserve the nation’s unity and stability.
Lamamra also appealed to regional and international actors to pressure warring factions and halt the flow of arms to the conflict.
As the second anniversary of the war looms in April, Lamamra expressed hope that all sides would prioritize peace. “The Sudanese people deserve nothing less,” he affirmed, pledging to continue bridging divides and working toward a peaceful resolution.
