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Burundi backs political dialogue in Sudan

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Burundi backs political dialogue in Sudan

Burundi has announced its support for Sudanese political dialogue during talks between its ambassador in Khartoum and Sudan’s transitional leaders. The commission preparing for the dialogue has accepted an invitation to visit Bujumbura, according to Sudan Tribune, as part of African mediation efforts.

Burundi’s ambassador to Sudan, Antés Yimbéré Omar, held talks in Khartoum on Tuesday 13 October 2026 in support of political dialogue between the Sudanese parties. His discussions included the commission tasked with preparing the conditions for intra-Sudanese dialogue and Sudanese Prime Minister Kamil Idris, Sudan Tribune reports.

The discussions are part of diplomatic efforts to bring Sudanese actors together around a political process. The Burundian ambassador also met other officials in Khartoum, according to Sudan Tribune.

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