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Sudan’s Warring Military and Paramilitary Agree to Protect Civilians and Allow Aid

HeadlineMay 12, 2023

Warring parties in Sudan have signed an agreement pledging to protect civilians and allowing for humanitarian aid to safely reach them. The Sudanese army and paramilitary Rapid Support Forces failed to agree to a ceasefire as talks continue in Saudi Arabia. Since fighting broke out on April 15, more than 600 people have been killed, at least 18 of whom were humanitarian workers. Over 700,000 people have been internally displaced.

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