The African Union Peace and Security Council reaffirms its firm stance on the suspension of Sudan's membership, stressing its categorical rejection of any attempts to establish a "parallel government".

In Addis Ababa on February 12, 2026, the African Union Peace and Security Council reaffirmed the continued suspension of Sudan’s membership in the continental bloc. The Council also reiterated its rejection of the parallel government and welcomed the initiative presented by Sudanese Prime Minister Kamil Idris. During a meeting of foreign ministers at the African Union headquarters, the Council heard a statement from Sudanese Foreign Minister Muhyiddin Salim. According to informed sources, the attempt to discuss lifting Sudan’s suspension faced widespread opposition from most members, with the exception of Egypt and Algeria. Those opposed cited the African Union’s principles against coups and unconstitutional changes, as enshrined in the Constitutive Act (Article 30) and the Lomé Declaration of 2000. In an official statement, the Council reiterated its rejection of the parallel government announced by the Sudan Constitutional Alliance, led by the Rapid Support Forces, calling on member states and partners not to recognize it and emphasizing the importance of preserving Sudan’s sovereignty and territorial integrity. The Council also welcomed the political initiative put forward by Prime Minister Kamil Idris, which aims to achieve a ceasefire, ensure the protection of civilians, deliver humanitarian aid, disarmament, security sector reform, and ultimately national reconciliation and reconstruction. The Council stressed the need for the full implementation of this initiative in accordance with the African Union's roadmap. Prime Minister Kamil Idris had announced in December 2025 a plan to achieve peace in Sudan, which included the withdrawal of the Rapid Support Forces from the areas they control, the disarmament of armed groups, paving the way for the return of displaced persons, reconstruction, and the commencement of an internal dialogue to determine the future of governance in the country. For its part, the African Union had presented a roadmap in May 2023 to end the Sudanese conflict, focusing on a cessation of hostilities, improving the humanitarian situation, and protecting civilians and infrastructure. With regard to accountability and justice, the Peace and Security Council reiterated the African Union's commitment to respecting Sudan's sovereignty, territorial integrity, and national unity. It expressed its concern about the continuation of the conflict, which has resulted in loss of life, destruction of infrastructure, and a setback to development. The Council also condemned the violations committed by the Rapid Support Forces against civilians in El Fasher, North Darfur, including killings, mass displacement, ethnic targeting, and destruction of property. The Council affirmed that those responsible for these crimes will be prosecuted for grave violations of international law. The statement further emphasized the need to support Sudan’s best interests by restoring a democratically elected government as soon as possible. It also called for a humanitarian truce leading to an immediate ceasefire, with the aim of launching an inclusive Sudanese dialogue process focused on reconciliation and shaping future political solutions. The Council condemned any external interference in Sudanese affairs, urging all parties to refrain from actions that could escalate the conflict. In this regard, it called upon the Sanctions Subcommittee to work urgently to identify external actors involved in providing financial, military, or political support to the parties to the conflict and to establish mechanisms to mitigate their influence within a maximum period of three months from the date of this meeting.