UKNoticeOfficial ✓June 26, 2026· GOV.UK
The Rapid Support Forces must halt their assault on El Obeid: UK statement at the UN Security Council
What happened
Ambassador James Kariuki, UK Chargé d’Affaires to the UN, delivered a statement at the UN Security Council meeting on Sudan. In this statement, the UK called for the Rapid Support Forces to halt their assault on El Obeid.
Why it matters
This statement signals the UK's position on the conflict in Sudan, advocating for a halt to military actions in El Obeid. It demonstrates the UK's use of its diplomatic presence at the UN to address international conflicts.
Who it affects
- ›Rapid Support Forces
- ›Residents of El Obeid
- ›Individuals concerned with the conflict in Sudan
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