The UAE has urged for a humanitarian pause in the Sudan war during Ramadan to enable aid delivery, pledging an additional $200 million for humanitarian assistance. The conflict, ongoing since April 2023, has resulted in significant loss of life and displacement. Accusations of support for armed factions complicate the UAE’s position in these discussions.
The United Arab Emirates (UAE) has called for a humanitarian pause in the ongoing conflict in Sudan, coinciding with the Muslim holiday of Ramadan. This initiative aims to facilitate the delivery of aid to those affected by the war, which has caused great suffering and instability since it began in April 2023.
During a meeting held in Addis Ababa, Ethiopia, UAE officials emphasized the need for peace and humanitarian assistance. “What the UAE is looking to do alongside its partners… is to call for a humanitarian pause as we approach the holy month of Ramadan,” stated Reem al-Hashimy, the UAE’s minister of state for international cooperation. The UAE has committed to providing an additional $200 million in aid to address the severe humanitarian crisis in Sudan.
Despite its calls for humanitarian pauses, the UAE has faced accusations from the UN and US lawmakers regarding its support of the Rapid Support Forces (RSF). The conflict has resulted in substantial casualties and the displacement of over 12 million people, creating what the African Union describes as the “worst humanitarian crisis in the world.”
Leaders from various nations, including Egypt, Turkey, and Iran, have also been implicated in supporting the conflicting factions within Sudan. The situation remains dire, with significant portions of the country being inaccessible to aid workers due to ongoing violence, especially in regions like Darfur where RSF controls.
The UAE’s call for a humanitarian pause during Ramadan seeks to alleviate the suffering caused by the ongoing Sudanese conflict. With an additional commitment of $200 million in aid, the UAE aims to support vulnerable populations, primarily women and children. The situation in Sudan remains a humanitarian emergency, exacerbated by accusations of international support for different factions in the war.
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