As the war in Sudan reaches the 18-month mark with no signs of abating and increasing devastation for civilians, the UN Secretary-General recently presented a report to the Security Council on recommendations for the protection of civilians in the country. This article looks at what’s in the report, what isn’t, and where it may fall short.
Tag: Sudan 2024
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In her interview with Bitania Tadesse, Dallia Abdel Moniem, a Sudanese political analyst and commentator, describes the conditions civilians are facing in Sudan, including the rampant sexual violence committed by the Rapid Support Forces (RSF). She also discusses the cost of inaction and the urgent need for greater support from the international community.
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In this interview, Amgad Fareid Eltayeb, Executive Director of Fikra for Studies & Development, a Sudanese think tank, discusses the shortcomings in the international response to the situation in Sudan and options for the protection of civilians.
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A UN independent fact-finding mission to Sudan cited grave human rights violations and called for the immediate deployment of an independent and impartial force to protect civilians. Jenna Russo looks at the feasibility of a peacekeeping force.