UKNoticeOfficial ✓August 25, 2026· GOV.UK
An end to the suffering in Sudan will only come through an humanitarian truce, a permanent ceasefire and an inclusive civilian-led political process: UK statement at the UN Security Council
What happened
Ambassador Sarah MacIntosh, the UK Permanent Representative to the UN, delivered a statement at a UN Security Council meeting concerning Sudan. The statement indicated that an end to suffering in Sudan requires a humanitarian truce, a permanent ceasefire, and an inclusive civilian-led political process.
Why it matters
This statement outlines the UK's position on resolving the conflict in Sudan, advocating for specific diplomatic and humanitarian steps. It signals the UK's view on the necessary conditions for peace and stability in the region.
Who it affects
- ›People suffering in Sudan
- ›Parties involved in the Sudan conflict
- ›Humanitarian aid organizations
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