UN Calls For Peace Efforts In Sudan To Prevent Refugee Crisis

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JAKARTA - The United Nations (UN) calls for immediate peace efforts in Sudan to avoid the refugee crisis. "The brutal conflict in Sudan is now forcing tens of thousands of people to flee their homes to seek safety both at home and across the country's borders," said UN High Commissioner for Refugee Filippo Grandi in a statement reported by ANTARA, Thursday, April 27. He said the current military fighting has led to a surge in the number of refugees in the country, in addition to the large humanitarian needs Sudan needs. Gandi explained that large numbers of Sudanese refugees began to flee to neighboring countries, such as Egypt and Chad. He appealed to all Sudanese neighbors to keep opening their borders to people seeking safety and protection.

Based on data from Sudan's Ministry of Health, at least 460 people were killed and more than 4,000 injured in clashes between Sudanese soldiers and paramilitary groups of Rapid Support Forces (RSF) since April 15. The deadly conflict was triggered by disagreements that have occurred in recent months between the army and paramilitary regarding military security reforms in Sudan. reform expects RSF's full participation in the military, which is one of the main issues in negotiations with international and regional parties for the transition to Sudan's civilian and democratic rule.