NUP to hold peace conference in Sudan

Sudan's National Umma Party (NUP) has said its upcoming conference will aim to "create peace" in the country. NUP leader el-Sadiq al-Mahdi said a dialogue will be held with all political forces to discuss the issues of the country and come up with solutions. On his part, the preparatory committee chairman, Dr Ali Hassan Taj Addeen, said the inclusive conference would be attended by all political forces, citing their efforts to end conflict in some areas and achieve peace in Sudan. "The country's current state requires universal participation to find a solution," he said.