• Sudan's Prime Minister Kamil Idris dissolves caretaker government shortly after assuming office.
• The country is experiencing a civil war involving the army and Rapid Support Forces.
• The conflict has resulted in over 24,000 deaths and massive displacement.
• Idris aims to prioritize stability and reconstruction in his tenure.
• Tensions remain high, with international implications surrounding RSF support.

Sudan's new Prime Minister Kamil Idris has dissolved the country's caretaker government, as reported by state news agency SUNA. This decision follows Idris taking the oath of office just one day prior, marking his role as the first prime minister since a military coup in 2021. The timing of this government dissolution raises questions about future leadership in the context of ongoing civil unrest, particularly due to the conflict involving the Sudanese army and the paramilitary Rapid Support Forces (RSF) which escalated significantly in April 2023. This unrest has been characterized by calls from the RSF to form its own parallel government with allied parties, according to SCMP, TRT Global, and Africanews.

In his inaugural speech, Idris committed to maintaining neutrality among political factions, emphasizing his focus on stability, security, and reconstruction for Sudan. The PM's remarks come amid a devastating civil war that has claimed at least 24,000 lives and displaced over 14 million people, creating what the United Nations describes as one of the world's worst humanitarian crises. Reports of atrocities, including war crimes and crimes against humanity particularly in Darfur, underline the severity of the situation, as noted by SCMP, TRT Global, and Africanews.

Idris's calls for international support to cease “criminal operations” targeting the RSF reflect the complex dynamics of the conflict, which has further strained Sudan's relationships with other nations. Additionally, famine declarations in several regions, particularly in Darfur, highlight the dire humanitarian conditions exacerbated by ongoing war activities and blockades. Coordinated responses and potential reconstruction initiatives will be critical for addressing these challenges, as pointed out by SCMP, TRT Global, and Africanews.