The Sudanese government has announced the reopening of the Adre border crossing with Chad for humanitarian aid delivery, a critical move amid escalating food insecurity in the Darfur region. This decision comes after a ban on aid through the crossing was imposed in February, primarily due to concerns over the misuse of the route by the Rapid Support Forces (RSF).
The humanitarian crisis in Sudan is dire, with over 6 million people facing food insecurity, exacerbated by ongoing conflict between the Sudanese army and the RSF. International observers have reported severe conditions in areas like the Zamzam camp in North Darfur, where famine conditions are worsening.
Despite the government's claims of no famine in Sudan, the reality on the ground tells a different story. The United Nations has warned that the situation is deteriorating rapidly, with calls for international intervention increasing as the conflict continues to displace millions.