Press Statement of the 1292nd meeting of the Peace and Security Council, held on 29 July 2025, following the announcement on Saturday 26 July 2025 of the establishment of a parallel government in the Republic of Sudan by the Sudanese coalition (Tasis) led by the paramilitary Rapid Support Forces (RSF).

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At its 1292nd meeting on 29 July 2025, the African Union Peace and Security Council (PSC) strongly condemned the announcement by the Sudan Founding Alliance (Tasis), led by the Rapid Support Forces (RSF), of a parallel government in Sudan, rejecting any attempt to fragment the country. Reaffirming respect for Sudan’s sovereignty and territorial integrity, the Council urged all AU Member States and the international community not to recognize or support the so-called parallel government. The AU reiterated its recognition of the Transitional Sovereignty Council and the newly formed civilian transitional government as the legitimate authorities, calling for an immediate, unconditional ceasefire, a return to negotiations, and an inclusive national dialogue. The PSC also condemned external interference fueling the conflict and demanded an end to all military and financial support to the warring parties, pledging to remain actively engaged in the situation.