Sudan's Civil War: 13 Million Displaced, Famine Spreads Amid UN's Call for Peace

Sudan is marking the second anniversary of its civil war, which has escalated into what the United Nations describes as the world's worst humanitarian crisis. The conflict, which began on April 15, 2023, between the Sudanese army and the paramilitary Rapid Support Forces (RSF), has led to the displacement of 13 million people, with 12 million displaced internally and 3.3 million fleeing as refugees to neighboring countries. The war has caused widespread suffering, with famine spreading across the country. The World Food Programme reports that over 24 million people are facing acute hunger, and famine has been declared in at least five locations, including the Zamzam camp. The conflict has also led to significant violence, with reports of over 28,700 deaths attributed to the war. Additionally, 2.776 children have been killed or maimed since the conflict began. International organizations and officials have expressed alarm at the situation. UN Secretary-General Antonio Guterres has called for an end to the conflict, emphasizing the urgent need for peace and humanitarian aid. The European Union's Commissioner for International Cooperation and Humanitarian Aid has highlighted that 25 million people in Sudan are suffering from malnutrition, underscoring the severity of the crisis. The RSF has launched a deadly assault on El-Fasher, the last major city in Darfur outside its control, exacerbating the crisis. Efforts to address the crisis continue, with the World Food Programme providing life-saving assistance to millions, though the scale of the crisis demands immediate action. The UN and its partners are on the ground responding to the crisis and calling for peace in the region. The army has recaptured Khartoum, marking a significant shift in the conflict dynamics, while the RSF seeks to consolidate control in Darfur.