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The African Union has called for the non-recognition of a parallel government formed by the Rapid Support Forces in Sudan, which has been experiencing a violent civil war since mid-April 2023.

The Peace and Security Council of the African Union urged all member states of the African Union and the international community to reject the division of Sudan and not to recognize the parallel government that has been formed, due to its severe consequences for peace efforts and the future of Sudan, according to a statement issued yesterday evening (Tuesday).

A coalition led by the Rapid Support Forces in Sudan announced on Saturday the appointment of a civilian prime minister and a presidential council to lead a parallel government, following the signing of a political charter in February between the Rapid Support Forces and armed and civilian groups allied with them during talks in Nairobi. The announcement represents the latest step taken by the Rapid Support Forces to establish a parallel rule, in defiance of the military-led administration in the country that is experiencing bloody warfare.

It is noteworthy that the spark of the war ignited after a conflict between army chief Abdel Fattah al-Burhan and Rapid Support Forces leader Mohamed Hamdan Dagalo (Hemedti), who were allies that ousted former president Omar al-Bashir in 2019.

Sudan has been divided, with the army controlling the north, east, and center after finally retaking the capital Khartoum, while the Rapid Support Forces control most of the Darfur region and parts of Kordofan, and attacks have led to the deaths of hundreds, according to local human rights groups.

The war has resulted in the deaths of tens of thousands and the flight of millions from their homes, leading to the collapse of essential services, from healthcare to water, across Sudan.