International statement warns of imminent famine in Sudan

Dozens of countries, including the United States and major European powers, have warned of a worrying deterioration in food security in Sudan and called on the warring parties to remove all obstacles to humanitarian aid. In a joint statement, the countries urged the international community to increase funding and called on financial institutions to adapt their existing programmes to address the food security situation amid the risk of famine.  “Sudan is experiencing a worrying deterioration in food security. The risk of famine in the coming months, warned of by the Integrated Food Security Phase Classification (IPC), requires urgent action,” the joint statement, published by the US State Department, said. READ: UN warns Sudan conflict shows no sign of easing, urges parties […]