UN renews Sudan ceasefire appeal over ‘unimaginable suffering’ of civilians
Summary
The United Nations is urging a ceasefire in Sudan due to a civil war causing major humanitarian problems. The conflict started in April 2023 between the Sudanese army and the paramilitary group RSF. The war has caused suffering and forced millions to flee or need help.Key Facts
- The UN Secretary-General, Antonio Guterres, has asked for a ceasefire in Sudan's civil war.
- The war in Sudan started in April 2023 due to a power struggle between the army and the RSF.
- Over 9.6 million people have been displaced within Sudan, and 4.3 million have fled to nearby countries.
- The UN says 30.4 million Sudanese people need humanitarian aid.
- Fighting has intensified in the central Kordofan region recently.
- The RSF took over the Heglig oilfield, causing tensions with South Sudan.
- A drone attack killed two Chadian soldiers, possibly escalating the conflict beyond Sudan's borders.
- The UN conducted an assessment in el-Fasher after heavy fighting and reported mass displacement and violence.
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