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The country was displeased with how Kenya welcomed Hamdan and the further reception accorded to him at State House Nairobi.

Kenya has found itself in another diplomatic tiff after Sudan recalled its Ambassador to Kenya, Kamal Jubbara, in protest against the State House meeting between President William Ruto and Mohamed Hamdan Dagalo Hemetti, the commander of the Rapid Support Forces (RSF). 

According to multiple media reports on Friday, January 5, the Sudanese Ministry of Foreign Affairs recalled the ambassador over the decent reception accorded to the Rapid Support Forces commander. 

Sudan's acting foreign minister, Ali al-Sadiq indicated that the country was displeased with how Kenya welcomed Hamdan and the further reception accorded to him at State House Nairobi.

"Sudan has recalled its ambassador to Nairobi for consultations in protest against the official reception organized by the Kenyan government for the commander of the rebel militia when he visited Kenya on Wednesday.

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President William Ruto with RSF Leader General Mohamed Hamdan Dagalo, State House, Nairobi on January 3, 2024. PHOTO | COURTESY

"Nairobi has forgotten the terrible violations committed by the rebel forces and the destruction they caused to the country's infrastructure, capabilities, and citizens' property," the Minister stated.

According to various videos shared on social media platforms, the commander received a red carpet reception immediately after landing at the Jomo Kenyatta International Airport (JKIA) on January 3.

President Ruto later hosted Hamdan at the State House where the Head of State indicated that the meeting was key to finding a lasting solution in ending wrangles with military leader General Abdel Fattah al-Burhan.

Hamdan leads the paramilitary faction in Sudan which is warring with the military side led by General Abdel Fattah al-Burhan.

"Kenya appreciates the commitment of the Rapid Support Forces (RSF) and its leader, General Mohamed Hamdan Dagalo in ending the conflict in Sudan through dialogue.

"The ongoing Intergovernmental Authority on Development (IGAD) talks should bring about a political settlement that would effect a lasting peace in the country. We are looking forward to nothing but a peaceful resolution and a stable neighbour," Ruto stated after the meeting.

By the time of this publication, the Kenyan government had not responded to Sudan's actions.