UN Secretary General Calls For Immediate Ceasefire in Sudan

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Following nearly a year of clashes between the Sudanese army and the paramilitary Rapid Support Forces, Antonio Guterres, the UN Secretary General, has called for an immediate ceasefire in Sudan. He specifically appealed to the warring factions to halt hostilities during the upcoming Muslim holy month of Ramadan.

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Guterres' plea coincides with ongoing negotiations among UN Security Council members regarding a British draft resolution that advocates for an immediate ceasefire and unrestricted humanitarian access. The resolution could potentially be voted on as early as Friday.

The UN Secretary General emphasized that a cessation of hostilities must pave the way for a definitive end to violence and establish a solid path towards lasting peace. He expressed grave concern over the escalating humanitarian crisis in Sudan, warning that the situation was rapidly deteriorating in terms of human rights abuses.

Related To This: Sudan Faces Unprecedented Hunger Crisis, IRC Appeals for Immediate International Response

With over 14,000 casualties reported after nearly a year of conflict, the war in Sudan is on the brink of triggering the world's largest hunger crisis. Disturbing reports have emerged of children succumbing to malnutrition, underscoring the urgent need for intervention. Additionally, the conflict has already resulted in the largest displacement crisis globally, exacerbating the suffering of countless individuals.

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