President Ruto raises concerns over Sudan crisis

President William Ruto has said that Kenya is greatly concerned about the developing crisis situation in Sudan.

Ruto implored all parties to address their differences through peaceful means for the sake of the security of the people of Sudan and stability in the country and the region, especially during this holy month of Ramadhan.

"The outbreak of violence will only reverse the important gains Sudan has made, to the detriment of its lasting peace and prosperity," said Ruto.

According to Ruto, Kenya and the Intergovernmental Authority on Development (IGAD) states were available and ready to contribute to the resolution of the situation.

"I am actively consulting with the regional leadership and other relevant international partners to seek ways to support dialogue and mediation in Sudan," said Ruto.

The eruption of violence came after days of unrest between a paramilitary force and the country's Army.

On Saturday, explosions and shootings rocked the Sudanese capital Khartoum with Reuters reporting that the sides were giving conflicting reports about the situation.

Details say that paramilitary Rapid Support Forces (RSF) and the country's army are in disagreement over how RSF should be integrated into the military.

RSF under the command of the council's vice-president Gen Mohamed Hamdan Dagalo claimed that they had seized the Presidential palace.

Some reports, indicated that the blasts and gunfire took place in the vicinity of Sudan's Army headquarters, the defence ministry, and the airport in the national

RSF claimed they had taken control of the Presidential palace and Khartoum International Airport, reported Reuters, adding, that they have also taken control over the Merowe Military base located north of the country.