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Source: Embassy of the Republic of Indonesia in Khartoum, Sudan | Nov 27, 2024

Meeting of Indonesian Ambassador with Iranian Ambassador in Port Sudan

The meeting was intended to strengthen good relations and networking with Foreign Representatives and diplomatic circles based in Port Sudan, as well as to exchange views on the current situation and security of Sudan

Indonesian Ambassador to Sudan Sunarko on Wednesday (11/27) visited and met with Iranian Ambassador to Sudan H.E. Hassan Shah Hosseini, at the Iranian Embassy in Port Sudan, Sudan. The meeting was intended to strengthen good relations and networking with Foreign Representatives and diplomatic circles based in Port Sudan, as well…

Source: Save the Children | Nov 27, 2024

Sudan: First humanitarian cargo flight with essential medical supplies for children lands in Blue Nile state after 19 months of conflict

The supplies are being distributed to hospitals and clinics to treat families and children

The first cargo flight carrying critical drugs and medical supplies has arrived in Blue Nile state, amid a worsening humanitarian crisis, the first humanitarian flight to the region since the conflict began 19 months ago, Save the Children said. The planeload of medical supplies and medicines including antibiotics such as…

Source: UN News | Nov 27, 2024

World Leaders Adopt Peace Pledge Amid Wars in Gaza, Lebanon and beyond

Ahead of the declaration’s adoption, the UN chief and world leaders took the floor, including Prime Minister Aminata Touré of Senegal, who drew attention to the ongoing devastating war in Gaza

World leaders adopted a bold, forward-looking declaration on Tuesday at a global forum to advance peace as war rages on, from Gaza and Lebanon to Sudan and Ukraine. Harnessing the power of artificial intelligence (AI) and combatting hate speech and mis- and disinformation are part of the plan to bolster…

Source: Ministry of Information, Eritrea | Nov 27, 2024

General Abdel Fattah al-Burhan Arrives in Asmara

During a meeting at State House, President Isaias emphasized Eritrea’s consistent stance regarding the current situation in Sudan

General Abdel Fattah al-Burhan, Chairman of Sudan’s Sovereign Council, arrived in Asmara in the mid-morning hours for a one-day working visit. Upon arrival at Asmara International Airport, General al-Burhan and his delegation were warmly welcomed by President Isaias Afwerki. During a meeting at State House, President Isaias emphasized Eritrea’s consistent…

Source: United Nations Office for Disaster Risk Reduction (UNDRR) | Nov 27, 2024

Nairobi hosts training of trainers: Promoting inclusive disaster risk reduction in Djibouti, Somalia, and Sudan

The workshop underscored the importance of translating international frameworks into concrete, actionable strategies

From November 19 to 21, 2024, Nairobi hosted a three-day training of trainers on advancing inclusive disaster risk reduction strategies. Organized by UNDRR and attended by key stakeholders from Djibouti, Somalia, and Sudan, the workshop equipped participants with critical knowledge and skills to integrate gender- and disability-responsive approaches into the…

Source: UN News | Nov 27, 2024

General Assembly President urges collective action on Sudan as crisis deepens

Addressing the General Assembly on Tuesday, President Philémon Yang called for urgent collective action to address the humanitarian crisis in Sudan and stressed the shared responsibility of UN bodies to safeguard global peace and security

He was speaking at an Assembly meeting convened following the use of veto by Russia at the Security Council earlier this month. The negative vote by the permanent Council member prevented the adoption of a draft resolution that would have strengthened measures to protect civilians and increase humanitarian access across Sudan. The…

Source: United Nations Mission in South Sudan (UNMISS) | Nov 26, 2024

Ethiopian, South Korean, and Indian peacekeepers awarded United Nations (UN) medals for variety of key contributions

The 18th Ethiopian contingent's significant role in keeping convoys of humanitarian aid safe as they bring life-saving supplies to those most in need was duly highlighted by the visiting Force Commander

While giving medals to uniformed peacekeepers may appear to be a standard procedure, it is an act that carries profound meaning. The Blue Helmets who receive them have proved their worth by demonstrating selflessness, commitment and sacrifice, often under challenging circumstances. That was the gist of the message delivered by…

Source: UN News | Nov 23, 2024

WFP scales up operations to reach millions in Sudan

A World Food Programme (WFP) convoy arrived in the Zamzam camp in North Darfur, Sudan, on Friday – the first since famine was declared there three months ago, the UN agency has reported

WFP announced a major surge in its operations across Sudan, part of a scale-up effort to reach millions in the most needy and isolated conflict areas. More than 700 trucks carrying emergency food aid are on the way to communities across the country, including 14 “hotspots” that are facing severe food…

Source: International Committee of the Red Cross (ICRC) | Nov 19, 2024

Sudan: Community kitchens bring vital food relief to thousands in North Darfur as humanitarian conditions worsen

Thousands of people in North Darfur, Sudan have started to receive hot meals as hostilities intensify and food shortages spike

Eight community kitchens are providing two hot meals per day for around 10,000 newly-displaced people in the Zamzam camp, south of Al-Fasher. The city has witnessed severe fighting over several months, disrupting the delivery of essential supplies and forcing tens of thousands of people from their homes. “Some residents of…

Source: Médecins sans frontières (MSF) | Nov 18, 2024

Médecins sans frontières (MSF): 16% of war-wounded patients at south Khartoum hospital are children

Doctors are also concerned about the spike in children arriving at the hospital severely malnourished

Approximately one in six war-wounded patients treated at the Bashair Teaching Hospital in south Khartoum since January 2024 have been under the age of 15, medical organisation Médecins Sans Frontières (MSF) said today. Many suffered gunshot, blast and shrapnel wounds. Doctors are also concerned about the spike in children arriving…

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