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Joint Statement of G7 Foreign Ministers on El-Obeid (Sudan), 14 July 2026
By European Union at ReliefWeb
· July 15, 2026
· 2 min read
. Following the atrocities committed during the Rapid Support Force’s siege and attack on El Fasher, we remain gravely concerned about alleged severe violations of international humanitarian law and international human rights law across Kordofan and Darfur regions, as well as Blue Nile in Sudan. We
Key takeaway We urge the Rapid Support Forces, as well as the Sudanese Armed Forces and allied armed groups, to abide by their obligations under the rules of international humanitarian law and international human rights law, as applicable.
Why this matters
The joint statement by G7 Foreign Ministers on the situation in El-Obeid, Sudan, highlights the urgent need for humanitarian access and protection of civilians in the conflict-affected regions. The call for a ceasefire and direct negotiations between the Sudanese Armed Forces and the Rapid Support Forces is crucial to preventing further atrocities and promoting accountability for violations of international humanitarian law. The statement's emphasis on supporting the efforts of the United Nations Secretary-General's Personal Envoy and the Quad and Quintet's initiatives to achieve a humanitarian truce underscores the importance of a coordinated international response to the crisis. The proposed expansion of the arms embargo to the entire Sudanese territory is a significant step towards reducing the flow of weapons and mitigating the conflict's escalation. As the situation in Sudan continues to deteriorate, the international community's commitment to promoting accountability, protecting civilians, and supporting humanitarian efforts will be critical in addressing the crisis and promoting a lasting resolution.
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Category: disaster ·
Published: July 15, 2026 ·
Source: ReliefWeb ·
Reading time: 2 min
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What is this story about? . Following the atrocities committed during the Rapid Support Force’s siege and attack on El Fasher, we remain gravely concerned about alleged severe violations of international humanitarian law and international human rights law across Kordofan and Darfur regions, as well as Blue Nile in Sudan. We
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