UN Secretary General Antonio Guterres expresses grave concern over Sudan conflict, condemning rights abuses and calling for aid access.
WASHINGTON: United Nations Secretary General Antonio Guterres expressed grave concern about the worsening conflict in Sudan on Monday.
A UN spokesperson said Guterres called for the safe delivery of humanitarian aid to affected populations.
The Secretary-General strongly condemned reports of violations of international humanitarian law and abuses of human rights in El Fasher.
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He specifically denounced indiscriminate attacks and targeting of civilians and civilian infrastructure.
Guterres also condemned gender-based violence, ethnically motivated attacks and ill-treatment of civilians.
Earlier on Monday, Guterres told reporters that outside interference in Sudan is undermining the prospects for peace.
The UN chief’s comments come amid escalating violence and humanitarian crisis in the conflict-ridden nation. – Reuters
