Ethiopia's prime minister has sought to mediate Sudan's political crisis by urging military rulers and civilian opposition to exercise "bravery" in resolving their standoff since the overthrow of President Omar al-Bashir. The military council could not immediately be reached for comment. Abiy was welcomed by Lieutenant General Shams El Din Kabbashi, spokesman for the Transitional Military Council. The military council and opposition had been in talks for weeks over who should lead Sudan's transition to democracy. Saudi Arabia and the United Arab Emirates, which have close ties with the military council, have said they are watching developments with concern and support a renewal of dialogue.

Source: Ethiopian News June 07, 2019 19:30 UTC