The humanitarian crises in Libya, Sudan, and Yemen continue to escalate, overshadowed by more prominent conflicts in the MENA region. Libya struggles with internal fragmentation and contested oil revenues, Sudan faces a severe civil war leading to mass displacements, while Yemen endures a precarious ceasefire amid deeper political rifts. A panel from the Arab Center Washington DC and SIPRI explores these crises, discussing challenges and potential pathways toward resolution.
Amidst the concentrated media focus on Palestine, Syria, and Lebanon, the humanitarian crises in Libya, Sudan, and Yemen have been largely overlooked, despite their severe impact. Libya faces ongoing internal conflict with rival governments leading to a fragmented state, foreign mercenaries lingering, and worsening economic conditions due to contested oil revenues. In Sudan, civil war between the Sudanese Armed Forces and the Rapid Support Forces has resulted in over 8 million displacements and a looming famine, even as international diplomatic efforts remain ineffective. Yemen, although quieter in terms of fighting, endures deep humanitarian struggles with a fragile ceasefire that fails to bridge political divides between the Houthis and the recognized government.
The Arab Center Washington DC and the Stockholm International Peace Research Institute have brought together a panel of experts to delve into these overlooked conflicts. Discussions will include the current situations in Libya, Sudan, and Yemen, the obstacles to achieving political resolutions, and potential solutions to break the ongoing stalemates. Significant points of interest include the influence of changing geopolitical alliances on international involvement, the consequences of foreign engagement in these conflicts, and the prerequisites for establishing governance structures that prevent recurrence of violence.
Additional discussions aim to explore accountability mechanisms for war crimes, strategies for leveraging economic policies for recovery, and future scenarios that could unfold from the resolution or persistence of these conflicts. The dynamic nature of these issues, coupled with evolving foreign interventions, necessitates this examination, allowing for consideration of new pathways toward lasting peace that align with regional aspirations.
This analysis seeks to inspire a fresh understanding of the intricate and often unpredictable landscape of conflict resolution within the MENA region.
The panel discussion highlights the urgent need to address the neglected humanitarian crises in Libya, Sudan, and Yemen. Achieving lasting peace requires understanding the complex interplay of local and international dynamics, addressing the implications of foreign involvement, and pursuing inclusive governance frameworks. Recommendations focus on pathways for political resolution, accountability, and economic recovery, ultimately seeking to align outcomes with the aspirations of the affected populations.
Original Source: arabcenterdc.org
