United States, Russia, and China Unite to Call for End to Violence in Sudan

In a rare moment of unity, the United States, Russia, and China have all called for an end to the violence in Sudan, where officials have reported dozens of deaths and hundreds of injuries.

The Sudan Central Doctors’ Committee reported that at least 56 civilians have been killed and 595 wounded, including wounded soldiers, with dozens of critical cases. The Sudan Doctors’ Syndicate believes there have been dozens of additional deaths among the Sudanese military and its partner-turned-rival, the Rapid Support Forces group.

Heavy fighting has been taking place in the capital of Khartoum, the adjoining city of Omdurman, and other flashpoints across the country. Armored vehicles, truck-mounted machine guns, and war planes have been used in the conflict.

The international community has been calling for an end to the violence, but the Sudanese military and the Rapid Support Forces have yet to agree to a ceasefire. The United Nations has expressed its concern over the situation and has urged all parties to immediately cease hostilities and engage in dialogue.