Sudan’s army-backed government has recalled its ambassador from Kenya in protest of Nairobi’s hosting of the paramilitary Rapid Support Forces (RSF) preparations to establish a rival administration.
The foreign ministry summoned its envoy “for consultations in protest against Kenya hosting the meetings of the rebel militia and its allies in another hostile move against Sudan.”
RSF’s Push for a Rival Government
The RSF, at war with the regular army for nearly two years, announced plans to sign a founding charter leading to a “peace and unity government” at a high-profile event in Nairobi. However, the signing of the charter has been postponed until the weekend, according to a source close to the organizers.
The conflict between the army and the RSF has killed thousands and displaced over 12 million people, dividing the country in two.
The army controls the north and east, while the RSF holds nearly all of the west and swathes of the south.
Kenya’s foreign ministry defended hosting the RSF event, saying it was “compatible with Kenya’s role in peace negotiations.” However, Sudan’s foreign ministry accused Kenyan President William Ruto of adopting a “disgraceful position by embracing and encouraging a conspiracy” that violates Sudan’s sovereignty.
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