Sudan’s military chief has outright rejected a ceasefire proposal put forward by US-led mediators, calling it “the worst in history.” This rejection marks a major setback to international efforts aimed at ending the brutal conflict that has plagued Sudan for more than two and a half years.

In a video statement released Sunday, General Abdel Fattah al-Burhan condemned the peace plan, accusing the mediators of bias and warning that the proposal threatens to dismantle Sudan’s armed forces and security institutions while allowing militias to remain unchecked. He declared the plan “very bad” and unacceptable to the Sudanese military.

Al-Burhan also singled out US adviser Massad Boulos, suggesting he is trying to impose unfavorable conditions on Sudan’s army and could become an obstacle to the peace that all Sudanese people desire.

The ceasefire efforts are being led by a group known as the Quad, consisting of the United States, Saudi Arabia, Egypt, and the United Arab Emirates. This coalition has been working for over two years to bring an end to the fighting and restore Sudan’s fragile democratic transition, which was severely disrupted by a military coup in 2021. Just this month, US President Donald Trump announced plans to intensify efforts to resolve the conflict, following a push from Saudi Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman during his White House visit.

General al-Burhan also leveled criticism at the UAE, accusing the Gulf nation of supporting rebel groups fighting against the Sudanese government. The UAE, while repeatedly denying the claims, has faced accusations from human rights organizations of providing arms to paramilitary forces.

Meanwhile, the United Nations Secretary-General António Guterres has renewed his urgent appeal for a ceasefire, calling on both Sudan’s military and paramilitary Rapid Support Forces to negotiate an immediate end to hostilities. He emphasized the dire need for peace in Sudan.

We will continue to monitor this evolving situation closely.

Reported by Ehud Jones.