AU Peace and Security Council Urges Reinforced Counterterrorism Efforts, Inclusive Political Process in Sudan

Addis Ababa, February 12, 2026 (ENA)—The African Union Peace and Security Council (AUPSC), of which Ethiopia is a member, convened on the margins of the 48th Ordinary Session of the Executive Council of the African Union to deliberate on pressing peace and security challenges across the continent.

During the session, Council members held extensive discussions on the prevailing security situation in Africa, with particular focus on developments in Somalia and Sudan.

Addressing the Council, Ethiopia’s Minister of Foreign Affairs, Gedion Timothewos, underscored that the terrorist group Al-Shabaab continues to pose a serious threat to peace and stability in Somalia.

He recalled the significant sacrifices made by Ethiopia and other troop-contributing countries in advancing peace and security in the region.

The Minister stressed the importance of sustaining and reinforcing ongoing counterterrorism efforts to ensure that the hard-won gains in Somalia are preserved and not reversed.

 He reaffirmed Ethiopia’s commitment to supporting regional and continental initiatives aimed at combating terrorism and strengthening stability.

On the situation in Sudan, Minister Gedion emphasized the urgent need for an inclusive political process that engages all Sudanese stakeholders.

He highlighted that a comprehensive and participatory dialogue is essential to achieving lasting and sustainable peace in the country.

The meeting reaffirmed the Council’s continued engagement in addressing emerging and ongoing security challenges and underscored the African Union’s commitment to promoting peace, stability, and political solutions across the continent.