27th May 2023
The Communist Party of Kenya (CPK) vehemently condemns the cowardly and barbaric attack on the headquarters of the Sudanese Communist Party in Khartoum on 25th May 2023. We express our deep solidarity and support for our comrades in the Sudanese Communist Party during this challenging time.
The CPK stands firmly against any form of aggression and violence, especially when it targets political parties and infringes upon the democratic rights of citizens. The invasion of the Sudanese Communist Party's headquarters by armed military groups, specifically the Rapid Support Forces, is an alarming escalation in the ongoing conflict.
We demand that the occupying forces immediately vacate the Sudanese Communist Party's headquarters and cease their unlawful occupation. The destruction, vandalism, and looting of the party's property and contents cannot be justified under any circumstances. The Rapid Support Forces must be held accountable for the damages caused and the missing items.
We are deeply concerned about the increasing frequency of attacks on civilian homes and the use of public facilities, such as hospitals, for military purposes. These actions violate the sanctity of citizens' lives, contravene international laws and norms, and perpetuate the suffering of the Sudanese people. The conversion of political party headquarters into military barracks is a dangerous development that poses a severe threat to democratic movements and all forces advocating for peace and an end to the war.
The Communist Party of Kenya reaffirms its unwavering commitment to stand shoulder-to-shoulder with the Sudanese Communist Party, the masses of the Sudanese people, and all patriotic forces in their pursuit of peace, justice, and accountability. We join our Sudanese comrades in demanding an immediate end to the war and the prosecution of all parties responsible for its ignition.
The cowardly attack on the Sudanese Communist Party will not deter our resolve or dampen our spirits. Together, we will continue to fight for a better future, free from violence and oppression. The CPK calls on the international community to denounce this act of aggression and support the Sudanese people's aspirations for peace, stability, and democracy.
Solidarity forever!
Signed,
International Department of the Central Organizing Committee , Communist Party of Kenya