UAE expresses deep concern over tensions in North Darfur

The United Arab Emirates has expressed concern over the heightened tensions in the El Fasher region in North Darfur and the threat posed to Sudanese civilians.

In a statement from the UAE Ministry of Foreign Affairs, the country called on all armed factions, including the Rapid Support Forces and the Sudanese Armed Forces, to end the fighting and return to dialogue. 

The UAE also called on all warring parties to comply with their obligations under international humanitarian law, and to take immediate, decisive measures to de-escalate tensions and prevent Sudan from plunging further into new levels of instability and for strengthening the international humanitarian response, providing urgent relief to those in need in Sudan and neighboring countries. 

The UAE expresses deep concern over heightened tensions in North Darfur and urges the Sudanese parties to return to dialoguehttps://t.co/xQ8zzGe3PR

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The Ministry said it is particularly alarmed by reports of sexual violence against women and girls, high risk of famine, indiscriminate aerial bombings, and the continued suffering and displacement of thousands of civilians, especially children, women, and the elderly and urged the UN Security Council to ensure an end to the conflict and to ensure safe and unhindered humanitarian access throughout Sudan. 

The UAE reiterated its firm position demanding an immediate ceasefire and a political solution to the crisis, stressing its support for the political process and efforts to achieve national consensus towards a civilian-led government.