Pope calls for immediate end to violence in Sudan

The Pope, who made the traditional Sunday prayer from his office window overlooking the Vatican’s famous St. Peter’s Square, referred to events in Sudan.

Addressing the believers gathered in the square, the Pope said: “Unfortunately, the situation in Sudan remains serious. For this reason, I reiterate my call for the immediate cessation of violence and the reopening of the path of dialogue. I invite everyone to pray for our Sudanese brothers and sisters.” he used his statements.

Pope Francis also pointed out that they should not forget about Ukraine, where the war continues.

CONFLICT IN SUDAN

Armed clashes broke out between the army and the paramilitary NGO on the morning of April 15 in the Sudanese capital Khartoum and other cities.

The disagreement between the army and the HDK over the military security reform, which provides for the “full participation of the HDK in the army”, had become a hot-button conflict in recent months.

Sudan’s Foreign Ministry announced that the Sovereignty Council Chairman and army commander, General Abdulfettah al-Burhan, had decided to dissolve the HDK, which clashed with the army, and declare a rebel force against the state, and that they would act consequently. base. According to the World Health Organization, more than 400 people lost their lives in the conflicts.

HDK announced that it would implement a 72-hour “humanitarian” ceasefire from the first day of vacation, and the army announced that it would comply with the ceasefire call from international circles. (AA)