ISLAMABAD: Sudan’s Ambassador to Pakistan, Salih Mohamed Ahmed Mohamed Siddig, on Monday called for global condemnation of the ongoing violence in Sudan and urged the international community to recognize the Rapid Support Forces (RSF) as a terrorist organization.
In a press briefing in Islamabad, Siddig outlined the critical humanitarian and security challenges facing Sudan since the outbreak of conflict in April 2023, attributing the violence to the RSF’s attempt to seize power by force.
The ambassador highlighted the Sudanese government’s commitment to peace efforts, including the peace agreement, which required the RSF to vacate civilian-occupied areas. However, he stated that RSF forces had consistently violated ceasefires and peace initiatives, launching fresh attacks instead of honouring the agreement.
“The rebel RSF militia has committed grave crimes against humanity, including killings, lootings, rapes, and kidnappings,” Siddig said, noting that these actions have created a severe humanitarian crisis and forced millions to flee. He claimed that the RSF has transformed civilian spaces such as schools, mosques, hospitals, and utility stations into military bases, severely disrupting daily life and essential services.
The conflict has reportedly displaced around 15 million Sudanese internally, with over 3 million fleeing to neighbouring countries. According to Siddig, recent RSF operations have led to “genocidal” violence in Al-Jazira and widespread civilian casualties in North Darfur, adding to the tens of thousands already killed.
Siddig accused the RSF of enlisting foreign mercenaries and smuggling arms, which, he said, poses a direct threat to regional stability.
The Ambassador affirmed the Sudanese government’s commitment to facilitating humanitarian assistance, particularly in conflict-ridden areas like Darfur. He stated that Sudan has opened several crossing points and airports to allow international aid, and that Sudanese air forces have air-dropped essential supplies to besieged areas.
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“We honour our commitment to humanitarian access and have issued permits for international agencies to deliver aid in both government- and rebel-held areas,” he said.
Siddig emphasized that the Sudanese Armed Forces (SAF) have reclaimed control over significant areas and remain committed to upholding international law. He reiterated Sudan’s call for international recognition of the RSF’s activities as terrorist acts, citing extensive violations of human rights and attacks on diplomatic and UN offices.
