Sudanese peace talks get underway despite boycott by the army

United States-initiated peace talks aimed at stopping Sudan’s 16-month war are due to get underway in Switzerland on Wednesday.

The negotiations take place at a time of growing alarm at the plight of the Sudanese people,  caught in the middle of fighting between the army and the paramilitary Rapid Support Forces.

It is hoped the discussions in Geneva will see an agreement on an end to the violence, broader humanitarian access, and a…