The UAE is deeply concerned about the severe humanitarian crisis in Sudan, where over 25 million people are facing critical food shortages. In a recent statement, the UAE expressed grave concern over the declared famine in parts of North Darfur, especially in Zamzam camp, which houses over half a million displaced individuals. The potential for famine in Abu Shouk and Al Salam camps, along with nine other Sudanese states experiencing catastrophic hunger, is also highlighted. The UAE supports the UN Security Council's recent meeting, emphasizing the need for international attention on Sudan's famine crisis. It is crucial that the global community remains focused on Sudan.
The UAE asserts that the humanitarian situation in Sudan requires immediate action to secure a ceasefire and expedite the delivery of humanitarian aid. Despite trucks loaded with essential aid being stalled at the border, thousands across Sudan, including in Zamzam Camp and Northern Darfur, continue to suffer. The Sudanese Armed Forces and the Rapid Support Forces must ensure unrestricted access for humanitarian organizations and workers to operate safely and deliver aid without fear of attack. The UAE strongly condemns the use of starvation as a war tactic, the denial of humanitarian access, and indiscriminate attacks, all of which violate international humanitarian law.
The UAE emphasizes the urgent need for increased cross-border and cross-line humanitarian access to save lives. The international community must not allow the people of Sudan to become pawns in political negotiations. The UAE urges the Security Council to use all available tools to address the dire situation in Sudan, including authorizing UN agencies to provide aid across the country via cross-line and cross-border routes. The Council's decisive actions are vital in coordinating international efforts to halt the famine through aid from neighboring countries.
The UAE calls on all warring parties to commit to an immediate and permanent ceasefire, prioritize human life, and ensure safe, rapid, and sustained humanitarian assistance. Peace talks should be pursued in good faith towards a civilian-led transition. The UAE appreciates the efforts of the United States, Saudi Arabia, and Switzerland in organizing ceasefire talks in Geneva. The UAE will continue to support diplomatic efforts for a peaceful resolution.
As a committed humanitarian partner, the UAE has allocated USD 70 million to address urgent needs in Sudan through UN agencies and organizations, and USD 30 million to support Sudanese refugees in neighboring countries.
