The resolution introduced by the United Kingdom received 14 votes in favor, no votes against, and Russia abstained.
It expressed deep concern about the outbreak of fighting in the city and the risk of further escalation.
Prevent disaster
The RSF and the Sudanese Army have been at war for more than a year, and fighting in El Fasher has escalated in recent months.
British Ambassador Barbara Woodward said the resolution sent a clear message, adding that an attack would be “disastrous” for the 1.5 million people sheltering in the city.
“We introduced this resolution to help secure a local ceasefire around El Fryer and create conditions more broadly to support de-escalation across the country and ultimately save lives,” she said.
Ambassador Barbara Woodward of the United Kingdom spoke at the Security Council meeting on Sudan and South Sudan
Protects civilians, allows aid delivery
The resolution also asks rival armies to ensure the protection of civilians, including allowing people to move in and out of El Fryer if they wish.
The warring parties were also asked to “Enable and facilitate the rapid, safe, unhindered and sustainable delivery of humanitarian aid for people in need, including the removal of bureaucratic and other obstacles.”
Ms. Woodward described the situation in Sudan as desperate and noted that the humanitarian needs were dire.
She said the resolution calls on the Sudanese government Strengthen cooperation with UN agencies and urgently reopen the Adre border with Chad in an effort to scale up humanitarian assistance.
“In this regard, the resolution calls on the international community to increase support and implement existing commitments,” she added.
‘A strong signal’
The resolution also requests the UN Secretary-General to make additional recommendations on the protection of civilians in Sudan, and encourages the coordinated participation of his Personal Envoy for the country, Ramtane Lamamra; African Union, League of Arab States and other regional actors, to promote peace.
The United Nations Humanitarian Organization continues to respond to the crisis in Sudan, where war has killed many people, destroyed critical infrastructure and displaced more than 10 million people, whether internally or externally. or across borders. In addition, about 18 million Sudanese are hungry, of which 5 million are on the brink of famine.
“This council has sent a strong signal to the parties in today’s conflict,” Ms. Woodward said.
“This brutal and unjust conflict must end. Today’s resolution shows that the Council remains committed to supporting efforts for peace in Sudan.”
