The A3+ group at the United Nations Security Council has called for an unconditional ceasefire in Sudan during Ramadan, urging dialogue over violent conflict. They emphasized the protection of civilians, condemned assaults against non-combatants, and highlighted the necessity for humanitarian assistance.
On March 13, 2025, the A3+ group at the United Nations Security Council, consisting of Algeria, Somalia, Sierra Leone, and Guyana, urged the conflicting parties in Sudan to implement an immediate and unconditional ceasefire during Ramadan. They emphasized the significance of this holy month as an opportunity for dialogue to pursue lasting peace.
Algeria’s Permanent Representative to the United Nations, Amar Bendjama, expressed the importance of negotiating peace rather than resorting to violence, noting, “We urge our Sudanese brothers and sisters to seize the opportunity of the holy month of Ramadan to observe a ceasefire and to give way to dialogue over violence.”
The A3+ group raised concerns about the reliance on military solutions by the Sudanese army and the Rapid Support Forces (RSF), highlighting that these methods will not resolve the conflict. They underscored the need for a political process to ensure stability and protection of civilians, particularly women and children.
They reiterated calls for the RSF to cease all attacks on civilians while condemning the escalating violence against non-combatants, stating, “We condemn all forms of violation being committed against civilians. Civilians in Sudan must be protected.”
The group demanded an end to violence against women and children, along with assaults on healthcare facilities. They emphasized that hospitals and critical infrastructure should not be targeted and called for compliance with international humanitarian law.
Lastly, the A3+ group highlighted the necessity of enhancing humanitarian assistance for the Sudanese population, stressing the urgency of mobilizing resources to support humanitarian needs and response plans.
In summary, the A3+ group at the UN Security Council has urgently called for an immediate ceasefire in Sudan during Ramadan. They emphasized the importance of dialogue over military solutions and the protection of vulnerable populations, particularly women and children. The group also condemned violence against civilians and the targeting of healthcare facilities, reinforcing the need for compliance with international humanitarian law while advocating for enhanced humanitarian aid.
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