US, EU and 30 countries warn of famine risk in Sudan, call for aid
Summary
The United States, the European Union and 30 countries warned that food security in Sudan is worsening and called for urgent steps to prevent famine. They urged the army and the Rapid Support Forces to allow humanitarian aid, protect aid workers and avoid attacks on civilian infrastructure.Key Facts
- The joint statement was released by the U.S. State Department on Monday.
- The signatories called on the parties fighting Sudan’s civil war to remove barriers to humanitarian assistance.
- Sudan’s army and the paramilitary Rapid Support Forces have fought since clashes began in April 2023.
- The war has killed tens of thousands of people and displaced more than 13 million, according to the article.
- In June, the U.N.-backed Integrated Food Security Phase Classification said 5.1 million people in Sudan faced severe hunger.
- The statement warned that without immediate action, the number of children suffering severe acute malnutrition could exceed 825,000.
- The signatories called for aid access across front lines and borders, including air access to Darfur.
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