The Government of the Republic of the Sudan has issued a series of official statements welcoming a wave of international condemnation directed at the Rapid Support Forces (RSF) and its civilian ally, the so-called “Ta’sis” alliance, over their announcement of a “parallel government” on 26 July 2025.

In coordinated communiqués released by the Ministry of Foreign Affairs and International Cooperation, Sudan’s government affirmed that this attempted formation of an alternative authority is both illegitimate and unconstitutional, and poses a direct threat to national sovereignty and stability.

The Sudanese government praised the firm positions taken by international and regional bodies, including the United Nations, the African Union (AU), the League of Arab States, and the International Conference on the Great Lakes Region (ICGLR), as well as friendly and allied nations.

UN and Global Response

UN Secretary-General António Guterres expressed deep concern about the RSF’s actions, calling the declaration of a parallel government “escalatory and counterproductive to efforts aimed at restoring peace.” His stance has been interpreted by Sudanese authorities as a reaffirmation of international commitment to Sudan’s institutional legitimacy and the rule of law.

The Sudanese government welcomed this response, viewing it as an endorsement of its transitional efforts and a rejection of attempts to undermine its sovereignty.

African Union Condemnation

The Peace and Security Council of the African Union (AU) also strongly rejected the RSF-Ta’sis move, reiterating its recognition of only the Transitional Sovereignty Council and the newly formed Civilian Transitional Government as Sudan’s legitimate ruling bodies. The AU called upon all member states and the international community to withhold recognition of the parallel authority and to support Sudan’s political and peacebuilding processes.

The Sudanese government has called on the AU to reinstate its full participation in AU activities, from which it had previously been suspended following the 2021 coup.

Arab League Response

The League of Arab States issued a similarly categorical statement, warning of the “grave implications” of the RSF’s actions on regional peace and security. It underscored that any government formed outside Sudan’s constitutional framework would be invalid and potentially destabilising.

Sudan lauded the Arab League’s position as a reflection of strong regional solidarity and an acknowledgment of the importance of maintaining constitutional governance.

Support from ICGLR

The International Conference on the Great Lakes Region (ICGLR) joined the chorus of criticism, condemning the RSF-Ta’sis declaration and affirming support for Sudan’s constitutional order. The ICGLR also expressed encouragement over the Sudanese government’s progress toward forming a civilian government as part of its transition to democracy.

Sudan’s Position and the Broader Crisis

The statements from Sudan’s Foreign Ministry reflect growing international alignment against the RSF and its attempt to unilaterally establish control. The RSF, originally formed out of the Janjaweed militias and previously operating under the state’s command structure, has been engaged in a bloody civil conflict with the Sudanese Armed Forces (SAF) since April 2023. The war has resulted in widespread displacement, civilian casualties, and humanitarian crises.

The “Ta’sis” alliance, an RSF-aligned civilian political front, announced the formation of a rival authority last week, a move seen as an effort to legitimise RSF control in areas it occupies. This has drawn heavy criticism as a threat to Sudan’s unity and constitutional transition.

Sudan’s transitional government continues to assert its commitment to national unity, democratic transformation, and the completion of a peaceful political transition grounded in the will of the Sudanese people.

As the conflict continues into its third year, diplomatic and multilateral engagement appears crucial to preventing further fragmentation of the country. The Sudanese government has reiterated its openness to cooperation with any entity that respects its sovereignty and upholds international law.