Russia urges Sudan to solve its political challenges

Russia’s foreign minister, Sergey Lavrov, has met Sudan’s military rulers and urged the country to solve its political challenges internally without what he termed as "attempts to teach the Sudanese how to do things",

The country has been in political turmoil since the generals ousted Western-backed civilian leaders of the transitional government in October 2021.

Russia and Sudan have also been in talks about opening a naval base in Sudan by the Red Sea.

Mr Lavrov has said the plan is now awaiting ratification, but Sudan is currently embroiled in a prolonged political crisis.

Western diplomats met the military rulers ahead of the Russian foreign minister’s visit, and received assurances of the council’s commitment to an agreement intended to lead to a civilian transitional government.

But Mr Lavrov has criticised their support for the process.

He also accused Western leaders of stalking him as he visits Africa. This is his third trip in just six months.

The continent is seeing renewed interest from global powers who are seeking to expand their influence.

This article originally appeared on BBC News

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