Written by: Qusay Ahmed

The situation is heading in Sudan Towards further political and military escalation, as the war between the Sudanese army and the Rapid Support Forces continues since April 2023, amid growing fears of deepening internal divisions and the emergence of parallel authorities that threaten the country's unity.

In a new development, the Sudanese Ministry of Foreign Affairs summoned on Thursday the UN Resident Coordinator for Humanitarian Affairs, Denise Brown, along with representatives of UN agencies accredited to Sudan, to inform them of Khartoum’s rejection of any humanitarian cooperation or coordination with the parallel government loyal to the Rapid Support Forces. .

Sudan is on a knife's edge... Khartoum rejects UN coordination with the Rapid Support Forces government.

The Sudanese Foreign Ministry stressed that any dealings with the so-called National Humanitarian Access Authority, affiliated with the Coalition for the Establishment of the Coalition, constitute a violation of Sudan’s sovereignty and territorial integrity, especially after the Authority issued a decision obligating foreign and local humanitarian organizations to register with it and obtain permits within 30 days to work within the areas under the control of the Rapid Support Forces. .

The commission also demanded that UN agencies reopen their offices in those areas within 45 days, warning of measures that could include canceling entry permits for non-compliant organizations.

The Sudanese government considered that any agreements with this body represent support for entities parallel to legitimate state institutions, and violate the UN Security Council resolution rejecting the establishment of parallel structures in Sudan.

In contrast, the head of the body affiliated with the Founding Alliance said that the measures aim to facilitate the delivery of humanitarian aid and protect relief workers, noting that there is prior coordination with some United Nations agencies and international organizations.

On the ground, violent clashes renewed between the Sudanese army and the forces of the Alliance for the Establishment of a New Sudan near the city of Dilling in South Kordofan state, at a time when the commander of the Rapid Support Forces, known as Hemedti, escalated his rhetoric, confirming his forces’ readiness to continue the war for decades if the battles with the army continue.

These developments come amid Sudanese accusations that Ethiopia is involved in drone attacks targeting sites inside Sudan.

While the capital Khartoum is witnessing a gradual return to normal life and the return of thousands of displaced people, the humanitarian and security crisis continues to cast a heavy shadow over the country's future and stability.