“I understand the reaction of those who say ‘we don’t want any solution with the army’,” Guterres said during a press conference, but “for me, the release of the prime minister and his reinstatement is an important victory.”“.
The Secretary-General added, “I must appeal to common sense. We have a situation that is not ideal, but one that could allow for an effective transition to democracy.”“.
Guterres addressed the opponents of the agreement that Hamdok concluded with the army and who continue to demonstrate in the capital, especially to demand civilian rule, warning them that “questioning this solution (…) even if I understand the people’s discontent, it will be very dangerous for Sudan“.
The Secretary-General added, “My appeal to the various forces and the Sudanese people is to support Prime Minister Hamdok in the next steps for a peaceful transition to true democracy in Sudan.”“.
Guterres’ call came a day after thousands of Sudanese protested near the presidential palace in Khartoum to demand civilian rule, in a demonstration during which security forces fired tear gas canisters to disperse the protesters..
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