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EU Bolsters Efforts to End Sudan's Conflict EU Bolsters Efforts to End Sudan's Conflict The European Union vows to back every feasible initiative aimed at concluding the prolonged conflict in Sudan. Top officials have underscored their commitment to peace, emphasizing the need for a collaborative approach. "We'll leave no stone unturned in our pursuit of peace," said an EU spokesperson. Sudan, caught in a vortex of violence for years, continues to grapple with civil unrest, significantly destabilizing…

Amnesty International Demands Arms Embargo for Sudan Amnesty International Demands Arms Embargo for Sudan Amid the chaos still ravaging the nation, Amnesty International implored the UN on July 25, 2024, to broaden the arms embargo from Darfur to encompass all of Sudan. This plea underscores the dire need to halt the influx of weapons and ammunition into a country besieged by a brutal conflict between opposing factions. Hostilities have been ongoing since April 15, 2023, leaving the region…

UN Appeals for Global Action to End Sudan Conflict On Tuesday, July 23, 2024, the United Nations urgently called on the international community to ramp up efforts to halt the ongoing conflict in Sudan. The skirmish, ignited on April 15, 2023, involves the regular army clashing with their offshoots, the Rapid Support Forces (RFS). The UN's Independent International Fact-Finding Mission for Sudan embarked on a critical mission to Chad from June 30 to July 18. During this period, the team visited refugee camps brimming with…

Sudan Facing Severe Hunger Crisis: UN Report The United Nations reports that approximately 26 million individuals in Sudan grapple with severe hunger. The crisis shows no signs of abating, worsening with each passing day. Food scarcity plagues the nation, creating a dire situation that demands immediate attention and action. Antonio Guterres, the UN's Secretary-General, highlighted, "This is a humanitarian catastrophe. We must act now to prevent further suffering." Famine looms over countless communities, making survival…

US Embarks on Fresh Peace Initiatives for Sudan US Embarks on Fresh Peace Initiatives for Sudan On a hopeful Tuesday, July 23, the United States unveiled a new attempt to coax peace back into the chaos-stricken Sudan. Antony Blinken, the US Secretary of State, disclosed in an official communiqué his invitation to both the Sudanese military and the Rapid Support Forces (RSF) paramilitaries. They’ve been called to attend the imminent ceasefire discussions set to commence on August 14 in Switzerland.

War in Sudan: MSF Warns of Catastrophic Impact on Civilians The conflict in Sudan, raging for fifteen months, has unleashed brutal violence and relentless assaults targeting medical personnel. This turmoil has wreaked havoc on the lives of civilians, according to a recent report released by the humanitarian organization, Doctors Without Borders (MSF), on Monday, July 22.

Turkish Vessel Loaded with 2,400 Tons of Aid Touches Down in Sudan A Turkish ship, groaning under the weight of 2,400 tons of humanitarian aid, has reached the shores of Sudan. This relief effort is in response to the burgeoning need for essential supplies, brought on by recent crises. "Seeing this generous outpouring of support is heartening," remarked Sadiq Al-Mahdi, a local relief coordinator. The cargo includes food, water, and medical supplies, set to alleviate the hardships faced by the local populace. Turkey has…

Sudan and Iran Mend Diplomatic Relations After Eight-Year Rift Sudan's head honcho, army bigwig Abdel Fattah al-Burhan, welcomed the Iranian envoy on July 21, 2024. He also dispatched his own emissary to Tehran, signaling a significant thaw in relations between the two countries. This marks an end to an eight-year diplomatic freeze. "Details."

Journalists Caught in Crossfire: Sudan’s Hidden War In this third week of our Threats to News series, we spotlight the relentless dedication of journalists around the globe who navigate immense challenges. Today, our focus is on Sudan, a nation embroiled in a violent struggle for power that has been raging for over 15 months. This brutal conflict between the national army and the Rapid Support Forces (RSF) militias has led to the displacement of more than 10 million people. Despite the scale of the crisis, media coverage…

Emirati President Receives Crucial Call from Sudanese Army Chief Emirati President Mohammed bin Zayed got a call from Sudanese military head General Abdel Fattah al-Burhan on July 18, as reported by the Emirati National News Agency (WAM). This notable exchange marks an important international dialogue. During the conversation, President Bin Zayed reiterated his nation's backing for any measures that could defuse tensions in Sudan and put an end to the ongoing turmoil. According to WAM, the President expressed a strong…