The military ruler of Sudan has regained control of Khartoum, yet the city remains devastated and rife with humanitarian crises. The return of the Sudanese Armed Forces does not guarantee stability as local responders face increasing threats. Aid is severely limited, and the conflict continues in other regions. Without substantial international pressure, civilians will continue to suffer as prospects for peace grow more elusive.
In recent developments, Sudan’s de-facto military ruler visited the presidential palace in Khartoum following his forces’ recapture of the city from a rival paramilitary group. It remains uncertain if this moment will serve as a turning point in the ongoing conflict that has plagued Sudan since April 2023.
Once considered one of East Africa’s thriving capitals, Khartoum has now become a ghost city, characterized by immense destruction and displacement of its residents. “It is heartbreaking to see people dying in huge numbers from hunger in Sudan, once the breadbasket of East Africa,” stated Mathilde Vu, an aid worker with the Norwegian Refugee Council.
In summary, the situation in Khartoum and across Sudan remains dire, with the Sudanese Armed Forces reclaiming the city yet lacking the capability to ensure stability or provide essential services. Humanitarian access continues to face significant barriers, resulting in widespread suffering. The ongoing conflict and geopolitical realities complicate the path towards peace, underscoring the critical need for international attention and pressure on the involved parties to prioritize humanitarian needs.
Original Source: www.arabnews.com
