Pope calls for permanent ceasefire in Sudan

Since the beginning of the armed conflict for power in Sudan, which began on April 15 between the army and the Sudanese rapid reaction forces, and to date, about 1,000 people have been killed, about 5,300 people have been injured and about one million Sudanese have become refugees.

According to a report by international organizations, about 25 million people in Sudan, which is half the population of this African country, are in need of humanitarian assistance.According to the Associated Press, the Pope said: "It is unfortunate that, a month after the outbreak of violence in Sudan, the situation remains dire."

He said, "Please don't get used to conflict and violence, please don't get used to war."The Pope's call came as the Sudanese Army and Rapid Response Forces agreed to a 7-day ceasefire to take effect Monday evening.The conflicting parties in Sudan have agreed to sign a humanitarian ceasefire for a week, which can be extended.