U.S. Rejects Rapid Support Militia’s (Janjaweed) Move to Establish Parallel Government in Sudan  

The U.S. Bureau of African Affairs has voiced strong opposition to the Rapid Support Militia (Janjaweed) and its allied actors signing a so-called “transitional constitution” for Sudan. In a tweet posted by Assistant Secretary of State for African Affairs, the U.S. reaffirmed its stance against any efforts to create a parallel government, warning that such actions threaten the peace, security, and unity of the country.

“The U.S. is deeply concerned by reports the RSF & aligned actors have signed a ‘transitional constitution’ for Sudan. Attempts to establish a parallel government are unhelpful for peace & security for the country, and risk further instability & de facto partition of the country,” 
the Bureau of African Affairs stated.This latest U.S. position aligns with remarks made by U.S. Political Coordinator John Kelley during the United Nations Security Council session on February 26, 2025. Kelley explicitly condemned the Rapid Support Militia’s (Janjaweed) attempt to establish control over Sudanese territories, stating:

“Attempts by the RSF and aligned actors to establish a government in RSF-controlled territory in Sudan are unhelpful for the cause of peace and security in Sudan and risk a de facto partition of the country.”

The Rapid Support Militia (Janjaweed) has been accused of widespread atrocities, including war crimes and crimes against humanity, as it continues its violent campaign across Sudan. Its latest move to consolidate power under a self-proclaimed transitional constitution is seen as an attempt to legitimize its territorial control, a move that the U.S. and other international actors have strongly rejected.

This development comes as the Sudanese Armed Forces continue their fight to reclaim territories occupied by the militia. The U.S. condemnation further underscores growing international concern over the militia’s actions, which have been destabilizing Sudan and exacerbating the suffering of civilians.

The Sudanese people, particularly those living under the brutal rule of the Rapid Support Militia (Janjaweed), have already endured horrific violence, mass displacement, and systematic atrocities. The U.S. statement signals increasing diplomatic pressure against any attempts by the militia to entrench itself politically while continuing its campaign of terror.

As the situation unfolds, Sudanese civilians and regional observers are watching closely to see whether stronger actions will follow these words of condemnation. 
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