[HIGHLIGHTS] Mediation efforts to defuse tensions. A meeting is expected today between Burhan and Hemedti and the Rapid Support continues to mobilize its forces in Sudanese cities

Tension and escalation continue in Khartoum and the northern city of Meroe. The work of the Joint Military Commission has been suspended.

The committee discussed a number of proposals on the time required to integrate the RSF into the Sudanese army and other issues related to reform in the military. The army accuses the Rapid Support Forces of sending more reinforcements to the city ofMeroe, where the army has also reinforced its forces. The RSF said that they adhere to the framework agreement and do not oppose merger, but according to timetables.