The situation in Sudan continues to deteriorate, with the humanitarian crisis exacerbated by ongoing violence and military confrontations.
The involvement of the United Nations and Mauritania highlights the international community's concern and efforts to mediate a resolution to the conflict in Sudan.
The conflict's impact on civilians is profound, with millions displaced and in dire need of humanitarian assistance.
If the current fighting continues, the humanitarian situation may worsen, leading to increased international intervention and aid efforts.
The consultative meeting in Mauritania could pave the way for new peace initiatives, although the success of these efforts remains uncertain given the entrenched positions of both military factions.
Violent battles have erupted in Khartoum Bahri, north of Sudan's capital, between the Sudanese army and the Rapid Support Forces (RSF). The Sudanese army employed heavy artillery and warplanes during these confrontations, which lasted for several hours. Reports indicate that the army has gained control of the Sultan Towers, a strategic position previously held by the RSF, which was used for sniper operations. The ongoing battles are part of the army's efforts to lift the siege on the Signal Corps and the General Command in Khartoum.
Amid the violence, the United Nations is actively seeking to address the humanitarian crisis in Sudan. The Special Envoy of the UN Secretary-General to Sudan, Ramtane Lamamra, recently met with Mauritanian President Mohamed Ould Cheikh El Ghazouani to discuss potential solutions to the crisis. This meeting took place in Nouakchott, where a consultative meeting on the situation in Sudan is scheduled to occur, involving various countries and organizations with peace initiatives for Sudan.
The conflict in Sudan began in mid-April 2023, following a power struggle between the army, led by Abdel Fattah al-Burhan, and the RSF, commanded by his former deputy, Mohamed Hamdan Dagalo (Hemeti). This ongoing war has resulted in tens of thousands of deaths and displaced over 11 million people, leading to what the United Nations describes as one of the worst humanitarian crises in modern history. Both factions have been accused of committing war crimes, including targeting civilians and obstructing humanitarian aid.
