Abubasher Awdeh Al-Kareem Ahmed, also known as Abubasel, recently addressed the French Parliament and European Union representatives about the ongoing crisis in Sudan. He emphasized that the international community is aware of the situation but needs to take concrete actions to address the root causes of the conflict. Ahmed highlighted that the crisis has resulted in significant humanitarian suffering, with many cities and villages affected.
Ahmed's speech marked a significant shift in tone, as he not only condemned the Rapid Support Forces (RSF) militia but also identified specific parties involved in supporting the group. He urged the European Union to classify the RSF as a terrorist organization, in accordance with international law, and to halt financial, military, and logistical support to the militia.
The diplomat also called for investigations into parties providing support to the RSF and for the freezing of assets belonging to companies and financial networks involved in financing the militia's operations. Furthermore, Ahmed requested that the International Criminal Court be supported in its efforts to hold perpetrators of war crimes, crimes against humanity, and genocide accountable.
Ahmed's address emphasized that the international community can no longer afford to be indifferent to the crisis in Sudan. He stressed that the conflict has been sustained by external support, particularly from the United Arab Emirates, which has provided significant political, military, and logistical backing to the RSF.
The Sudanese diplomat's statements have drawn attention to the critical role of external actors in perpetuating the conflict. Ahmed argued that genuine efforts to end the war and hold those responsible accountable must involve addressing the sources of external support. This includes identifying and addressing the parties involved in supplying arms and financing to the RSF.
Ahmed's call to action has resonated with many Sudanese citizens who have been affected by the conflict. They emphasize that the international community's inaction has exacerbated the crisis, and that concrete steps are needed to address the root causes of the conflict. The diplomat's address has also sparked debate about the role of external actors in perpetuating conflicts in Sudan and other regions.
The international community's response to Ahmed's address remains to be seen. However, his statements have highlighted the need for a more robust and concrete approach to addressing the crisis in Sudan. The Sudanese government and citizens will likely continue to push for greater international action to address the conflict and hold those responsible accountable.
Key points
- The Sudanese diplomat called on the European Union to classify the RSF militia as a terrorist organization and halt support to the group.
- Ahmed identified the United Arab Emirates as a key supporter of the RSF militia.
- The diplomat urged the International Criminal Court to be supported in its efforts to hold perpetrators of war crimes accountable.
Reporting sources
- الإسم الذي لا يريدون سماعه · Al-tayar
