Sudan's military expels top UN food aid officials as conflict escalates
Summary
Sudan's military government has ordered two top officials from the UN's World Food Programme to leave the country amid growing conflict. This decision comes during a critical time as the conflict has worsened food shortages, impacting millions. The World Food Programme is negotiating with Sudanese authorities to address the issue.Key Facts
- Sudan's military expelled two senior UN food aid officials with a 72-hour notice.
- The expulsion happened after a paramilitary group, the RSF, took the city of el-Fasher from the military.
- Over 24 million people in Sudan are facing severe food shortages.
- The military did not give a specific reason for the expulsions but has previously accused aid groups of breaking local laws.
- Despite the expulsion, Sudan's government claims it will continue working with the World Food Programme.
- The conflict in Sudan involves fighting between the military and the RSF, with atrocities reported in el-Fasher.
- Around 250,000 people, many from non-Arab communities, are at risk in the recently captured city.
- Satellite images and local reports suggest human rights violations in the region.
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