The de-escalation of the fighting suggests negotiations are ongoing between the armed forces and rebels
But the opposition from her younger brother, a constitutional monarch, is likely to lead to her disqualification by the Election Commission.
“Involvement of a high-ranking member of the royal family in politics, in whatever way, is an act that conflicts with the country’s traditions, customs, and culture, and therefore is considered extremely inappropriate,” the king said in a statement issued by the palace.