Local events ⌖

A UN report documented 546 incidents of sexual violence in Sudan since April 2023, warning that they could amount to war crimes and crimes against humanity, and calling for the perpetrators to be held accountable.

Mosaad Boulos discussed with UN envoy Pekka Haavisto efforts to stop the war in Sudan, support a humanitarian truce, and a path to a permanent ceasefire, a comprehensive Sudanese dialogue, and a civilian transition.

Human Rights Watch called for ensuring that Rapid Support Forces leaders are held accountable and ending the cycle of impunity.

The United States has called on the Rapid Support Forces and their allies to cease any actions that endanger civilians or impede the delivery of aid.

Egypt and the United States discussed developments in the Sudanese crisis, and stressed the importance of a humanitarian truce that would pave the way for a sustainable ceasefire and alleviate the suffering of civilians.

The Security Council warned of the Rapid Support Forces’ buildup around El Obeid and the risk of mass atrocities, calling for a halt to the attack and fighting, protection of civilians, and facilitation of aid access.

Emergency lawyers condemned the targeting of the power station in Al-Abyad, warning of an imminent danger to civilians as attacks by marches and military mobilization around the city escalate.

The Sudanese Journalists Syndicate congratulated four Sudanese journalists on winning international awards for 2026, stressing that the achievement reflects their commitment to professionalism despite the war conditions.

Egypt and the European Union stressed their support for Sudanese institutions, a cessation of fighting, and the creation of a path leading to a civilian government, while ensuring the flow of aid to those affected.

The Global Centre for the Responsibility to Protect warned of escalating attacks by armed groups in El Obeid, confirming that at least 30 people had been killed and calling for the protection of civilians and an end to the targeting of civilian infrastructure.

Sudan welcomed the agreement between the United States and Iran, expressing hope that it would contribute to calming regional tensions and enhancing security, stability, and the security of waterways.

Volker Türk condemned the killing of more than 1,000 civilians in Sudan in attacks by marches over five months, warning of a worrying escalation and widening of the war.