US Urges Sudanese Army, RSF to Cease Fighting in South Darfur

Sudanese soldier seen in Darfur - File/AFP
Sudanese soldier seen in Darfur - File/AFP
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US Urges Sudanese Army, RSF to Cease Fighting in South Darfur

Sudanese soldier seen in Darfur - File/AFP
Sudanese soldier seen in Darfur - File/AFP

The United States called on the Sudanese Armed Forces (SAF) and the Rapid Support Forces (RSF) to cease renewed fighting in Nyala, South Darfur, and other populated areas, which have caused death and destruction.

"We are particularly alarmed by reports of indiscriminate shelling carried out by both the RSF and SAF that have caused civilian casualties," the US State Department said in a statement.

It also stressed that civilians should not pay the ultimate price for the "warring parties’ unconscionable actions."

"Both sides must comply with their obligations under international humanitarian law, including those regarding the protection of civilians."

The statement further slammed the daily casualties caused by what it described as the "senseless conflict."

"More innocent civilians are killed, wounded, and left without homes, food, or livelihoods. The parties must end the bloodshed. There is no acceptable military solution to this conflict."



UK’s King Charles to Host France’s Macron for State Visit in July 

Britain's King Charles and Queen Camilla on the balcony of Buckingham Palace, London, to view the fly past featuring the Royal Air Force's Red Arrows and current and historic military aircraft, at the end of the military procession marking the 80th anniversary of VE Day, and in honor of those who served during the Second World War, May 5, 2025. (Aaron Chown/Pool via Reuters)
Britain's King Charles and Queen Camilla on the balcony of Buckingham Palace, London, to view the fly past featuring the Royal Air Force's Red Arrows and current and historic military aircraft, at the end of the military procession marking the 80th anniversary of VE Day, and in honor of those who served during the Second World War, May 5, 2025. (Aaron Chown/Pool via Reuters)
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UK’s King Charles to Host France’s Macron for State Visit in July 

Britain's King Charles and Queen Camilla on the balcony of Buckingham Palace, London, to view the fly past featuring the Royal Air Force's Red Arrows and current and historic military aircraft, at the end of the military procession marking the 80th anniversary of VE Day, and in honor of those who served during the Second World War, May 5, 2025. (Aaron Chown/Pool via Reuters)
Britain's King Charles and Queen Camilla on the balcony of Buckingham Palace, London, to view the fly past featuring the Royal Air Force's Red Arrows and current and historic military aircraft, at the end of the military procession marking the 80th anniversary of VE Day, and in honor of those who served during the Second World War, May 5, 2025. (Aaron Chown/Pool via Reuters)

Britain's King Charles and Queen Camilla will host France's Emmanuel Macron and his wife at Windsor Castle in July, after the French president accepted an invited for a state visit, Buckingham Palace said on Tuesday.

The state visit, a grand, ceremonial affair full of pomp and pageantry which usually includes a carriage ride and a lavish state banquet, will take place from July 8-10.

Charles, 76, was diagnosed with an unspecified form of cancer early last year. He has been continuing with his duties while he undergoes treatment.

He is also due to host US President Donald Trump for a state visit after Prime Minister Keir Starmer presented the president with an invite in February, but a date for that trip has not yet been announced.