G7 and EU Demand Immediate End to Sudan Violence

On Wednesday, the foreign ministers of the G7 countries and the European Union issued a joint statement urging an immediate cessation of violence in Sudan. They warned that the continued fighting threatens civilians and exacerbates the already dire humanitarian crisis.

The ministers called for rapid support for the Sudanese Armed Forces and the Rapid Support Forces, cautioning that any continued military action could lead to further atrocities and endanger residents in strategic cities like El Obeid. They appealed for the Sudanese Armed Forces to ensure the safety of all parties involved in the conflict and to end hostilities without delay, facilitating safe and unhindered humanitarian access for affected populations.

The G7 and EU reaffirmed their support for ongoing United Nations efforts to reduce tensions and prevent further deterioration of the humanitarian situation in Sudan. They also called on the United Nations Security Council to extend the existing arms embargo in Darfur to cover the entire country, stressing the need for broader restrictions to stem the flow of weapons fueling the conflict and to protect civilians.