Warring factions in Sudan agree to temporary ceasefire, U.S. and Saudi mediators say
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The Sudanese army and the Rapid Support Forces signed off on a seven-day ceasefire that is due to take effect Monday evening, the U.S. and Saudi Arabia said in a joint statement.
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