Photo : Mahmoud Hjaj, Anadolu Agency
NIAS Area Studies
AFRICA MONITOR
Photo : Mahmoud Hjaj, Anadolu Agency
IN BRIEF
by Jerry Franklin
Sudan: Attack on the Libyan embassy
On 30 May, Libya’s foreign ministry condemned an attack on its embassy in Khartoum which was ransacked and looted. Tripoli denounced the assault and looting of the Libyan embassy and expressed its deep regret and displeasure. The Libyan government called on the warring sides in Sudan to reject violence and to protect diplomatic representations. Tripoli stressed its attachment to the stability of Sudan and its people but condemned the attacks on the headquarters of the diplomatic missions in Khartoum. (“Libyan embassy in Khartoum attacked and looted - ministry,” Africanews, 30 May 2023)
Sudan: Clashes continue despite the extension of the ceasefire
On 30 May, Al Jazeera reported that the intense clashes have been continuing on the outskirts of Khartoum after military factions agreed to extend the ceasefire for an additional five days. The residents reported intensive fighting in Khartoum, Omdurman, and Khartoum North hours before the extension was signed and resumed on the outskirts of Khartoum. Army leader General Abdel Fattah al-Burhan stated that the army had agreed to the ceasefire extension to ease citizens’ access to service. Additionally, he stated: “The army hasn’t used its full deadly power, but it will be forced to do so if the enemy does not obey or listen to the voice of reason.” (“Fighting continues in Sudan a day after ceasefire extended,” Al Jazeera, 30 May 2023)