Saudi Arabia has condemned the recent attacks by the Rapid Support Forces in Sudan and called for an immediate stop to violations, while rejecting foreign interventions in the conflict.
On Saturday, Saudi Arabia issued a strong condemnation of what it termed the 'criminal attacks' carried out by the Rapid Support Forces (RSF) in Sudan, particularly in connection to assaults on the Kuwik military hospital, a World Food Program relief convoy, and a bus transporting displaced persons in North and South Kordofan. The Saudi Foreign Ministry's statement emphasized the need for the RSF to cease its violations immediately and to adhere to its moral and humanitarian duties in ensuring that humanitarian aid reaches those in need as mandated by international laws and the Jeddah Declaration, which highlights the importance of protecting civilians in Sudan.
Saudi Arabia reiterated its disapproval of ongoing foreign interventions and the introduction of illegal weapons and mercenaries into the Sudanese conflict, despite certain external parties claiming to support a political solution. This position underscores the Kingdom's perspective that such actions are major factors contributing to the persistence of the conflict in Sudan. The call for adherence to the Jeddah Declaration indicates Saudi Arabia's commitment to a diplomatic solution, while also stressing the critical need for the protection of civilians amid the ongoing violence.
In a concerning update from North Kordofan, regional authorities reported that 24 displaced persons were killed due to an RSF drone attack on a bus carrying them. Such incidents highlight the immediate humanitarian crisis and the urgent requirement for international attention and intervention to address the violence and assist the vulnerable populations affected by ongoing conflicts in Sudan.
