Foreign ministers from the Group of Seven (G7) countries strongly condemned the Rapid Reaction Force (RRF) attacks on civilians and humanitarian workers in Sudan, calling for an immediate ceasefire.
Representatives of Canada, the United States, France, Germany, Great Britain, Italy, Japan and the European Union issued a joint statement following a meeting in Canada’s Niagara region.
G7 countries indicated that War-induced famine has become the world’s largest humanitarian crisis. “We call on the Rapid Action Force and the Sudanese Armed Forces to respect human rights, reduce tensions, respect an immediate and sustainable ceasefire, and ensure rapid and unimpeded access for humanitarian assistance,” the statement said, which also expressed support for diplomatic efforts to restore peace and security.
The ministers also reiterated their call for unhindered access for humanitarian assistance to the Gaza Strip and reaffirmed support for the ceasefire agreement.
Additionally, The statement expressed concern about China’s military buildup and called on Beijing to increase transparency.
Conflict in Sudan and violations by the RRF
Since April 15, 2023, Sudan has been engulfed in violent clashes between the army and the externally supported Rapid Reaction Force.
The largest city in the Darfur region, El Fasher, has largely come under the control of the RRF after intense fighting.
Tens of thousands of residents left the city. Videos published by the SBR show the forced eviction of civilians, killings and torture of unarmed people.