Sudan: Guterres calls for ceasefire in El Fasher, deplores ‘relentless’ militia attacks

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🗞️ Driving the news:
UN Secretary-General António Guterres has called for an immediate ceasefire in El Fasher, Sudan, as relentless militia attacks by the Rapid Support Forces (RSF) continue to endanger hundreds of thousands of civilians
• The RSF has been shelling the North Darfur capital and raiding nearby displacement camps, including Abu Shouk, where famine conditions were declared last December
• Since 11 August, at least 125 civilians have been killed — many through summary executions — though the real toll is likely higher

🔭 The context:
Sudan has been engulfed in civil war since April 2023, with El Fasher at the heart of the conflict between the RSF and Sudanese Armed Forces (SAF)
• The city has faced more than 500 days of violence, and humanitarian aid remains blocked
• 70 aid trucks are currently stalled in South Darfur due to access and security constraints, while UN agencies report repeated attacks on humanitarian personnel

🌍 Why it matters for the planet:
The El Fasher crisis highlights the devastating human cost of prolonged conflict and the fragility of humanitarian operations in war zones
• Civilian safety, famine prevention, and adherence to international law are under severe threat
• The situation demands urgent international attention and reinforces the need for global peacekeeping and humanitarian access protocols

⏭️ What's next:
The UN is urging all parties to halt hostilities, protect civilians, and allow safe, voluntary evacuations
• UN Envoy Ramtane Lamamra continues mediation efforts with both sides to support a ceasefire and inclusive political solution
• Pressure is mounting for coordinated diplomatic action and sustained humanitarian corridors

💬 One quote:
“The Secretary-General is alarmed at the grave risks of serious violations of international humanitarian law,” — Stéphane Dujarric, UN Spokesperson

📈 One stat:
At least 125 civilians have been killed in the El Fasher area since 11 August, amid escalating militia attacks

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