Guterres offered his condolences to the families of the victims and expressed hope for a speedy recovery for the dozens of injured, UN Deputy Spokesperson Farhan Haq said in a statement. statement released that day.
The Sudanese army and its rival military group, the Rapid Support Force (RSF), have been fighting since mid-April. Hundreds of people have been killed and nearly three million displaced, including neighboring countries.
Mr Haq said the Secretary-General was appalled by reports of large-scale violence and casualties across Darfur.
fear of civil war
“He is also concerned about reports of new fighting in the states of North Kordofan, South Kordofan and Blue Nile. There is a complete disregard for humanitarian law and human rights that is dangerous and worrisome,” he added.
The head of the United Nations remains deeply concerned that the ongoing war between the parties has pushed Sudan to the brink of an all-out civil war, potentially destabilizing the entire region.
Guterres reiterated his call for the Sudanese Armed Forces and the RSF to cease fighting and commit to a lasting end to hostilities.
“He also called on these parties to abide by their obligations under international humanitarian and human rights law to protect civilians and promote humanitarian action,” the statement said.
Meanwhile, the UN continues to promote the coherence of international efforts under the auspices of the African Union and welcomes the strong participation of the East African IGAD.
