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Sudan: UN chief calls for ‘positive momentum’ as civilian rule talks stall between military and opposition

The UN Secretary-General has commended the progress made so far between Sudan’s military leaders and opposition forces towards agreeing a timetable for a return to civilian rule, following the overthrow of President Omar al-Bashir just over a month ago.

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On Tuesday, the Transitional Military Counciland the Declaration of Freedom and Change Forces, announced they had agreed a three-year transitionperiod, but on Wednesday, the military reportedly announced that talks were being suspended for three days, demanding thatprotesters remove road blocks from adesignated area of the capital Khartoum.

According to news reports, somedemonstrators were shot as soldiers tried to clear the barricades, following similar violence on Mondaywhich left at least six dead.

In a statement issued by his spokesperson,António Guterresurged negotiators on both sides“to maintain the positive momentum and reach agreement on the remaining details.”

“The Secretary-General is committed to continue working with the African Union in support of this process,” the statement continued.“The United Nations stands ready to support the Sudanese stakeholders in their efforts to build lasting and sustainable peace.”

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The UN chief also stressed the“importance of upholding the human rights of all citizens and continuing to prioritize dialogueas a means toaddress outstanding differences. He also stresses the need to avoid any form of violence which could undermine the safety and security of the citizens as well as the stability of the country.”

Protests in Sudan against fuel and food prices began last December, and came to a head on 11 April, when military leaders announced that Mr. Bashirhad been overthrown. Mass demonstrations have continuedoutside the army headquarters in the capital, demanding a return to civilian rule.

Distributed by APO Group on behalf of United Nations (UN).

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