The UAE has called for a humanitarian ceasefire in Sudan during the holy month of Ramadan. The appeal came as regional leaders met in Ethiopia on February 14 to discuss the conflict that has been raging on for nearly a couple of years.
Reem al-Hashimy, the UAE’s Minister of State for International Cooperation, highlighted that the UAE is calling on all parties to honour the sacred period of Ramadan, according to Khaleej Times. The minister also stressed the brutal toll of the conflict.
UAE’s call for Ramadan ceasefire in Sudan
The Sudan conflict started in 2023 and has been raging on since. This internal fighting includes the Sudanese army and the paramilitary Rapid Support Forces. It has triggered possibly the most serious humanitarian and displacement crisis on the planet.
Speaking at the High-Level Humanitarian Conference for the People of Sudan, Reem al-Hashimy noted that the Sudan crisis has gone on too long and has brought immense suffering. Sheikh Shakhboot bin Nahyan, Minister of State, also echoed al-Hashimy’s statements.
Many countries, such as France, DR Congo, Ethiopia, Canada and the US, have joined the UAE in calling for a Ramadan ceasefire in Sudan. The pause is going to honour the spirit of mercy and compassion that the holy month of Ramadan represents.
UAE announces $200 million in aid to Sudan
During the recent conference on the Sudan crisis, Sheikh Shakhboot also announced a significant financial commitment to support the people of Sudan – an additional $200 million assistance for the struggling population.
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This support reflects the UAE’s unflinching solidarity. In the last decade alone, the Gulf state has supplied $3.5 billion in aid to Sudan. The Sudanese people have the right to be safe. They also have the right to the basics of life such as shelter, food and medical care.
