IGAD Calls on International Community to Put Pressure to Stop Sudan war

Sudan Events – Agencies

IGAD Executive Secretary Workneh Gebehio has called on the Heads of State and Government of the Intergovernmental Authority on Development (IGAD) and international partners to continue to leverage their influence to force the parties to lay down their arms, return to the negotiating table, and strive towards achieving sustainable peace in Sudan, in response to the aspirations of the Sudanese people.
Workneh expressed his deep concern about the escalating conflict in El Fasher.
In a press statement, he urgently called for an immediate cessation of hostilities, and urged all parties concerned to exercise restraint in accordance with applicable international standards.
He stressed the urgent need for unhindered access of humanitarian aid to alleviate the suffering of the affected population.