Statement from Sudanese Civil Society Organisations on the UK Foreign Secretary's Address to the UN General Assembly

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Statement from Sudanese Civil Society Organisations on the UK Foreign Secretary’s Address to the UN General Assembly

24 September 2026

Excellencies, colleagues, friends,

We welcome and applaud the powerful statement delivered by the UK Foreign Secretary at the United Nations General Assembly, which rightly described Sudan as the worst humanitarian crisis of this century and outlined urgent pillars for action: diplomacy, humanitarian access, and civilian protection.

The Foreign Secretary’s words resonate deeply with Sudanese civil society. For more than three years, our people have endured relentless violence, mass displacement, and deliberate attacks on humanitarian workers. The growing use of drones has expanded the deadly terrain of this war, killed thousands of civilians and destroyed hospitals, markets, and aid convoys.

We echo the call that there can be no military solution in Sudan. The illusion that external support and new weaponry can end this war must be confronted with decisive international measures.

Therefore, Sudanese civil society organisations urge the international community to:

– Go beyond words of concern and adopt concrete actions that match the scale of Sudan’s crisis.

– Impose a total ban on arms transfers, including drones and their components, to all warring factions.

– Apply real pressure on external actors—states and networks that finance, supply, and enable this war—to cease their complicity.

– Strengthen and expand the UN sanctions regime, ensuring it reflects the realities of today’s conflict and extends the arms embargo across all of Sudan.

– Guarantee unhindered humanitarian access, ending the competing visa requirements, taxation, and restrictions imposed by both sides.

The people of Sudan cannot afford another year of bloodshed, starvation, and impunity. We call upon the UN Security Council to act with urgency, unity, and resolve:

– To protect civilians,

– To enforce accountability,

– And to support a civilian-led political process that reflects the aspirations of the Sudanese people.

Sudanese civil society stands ready to work with all international partners who are committed to peace, justice, and dignity. But we insist: the time for half-measures has passed. The world must act now to stop the flow of guns and drones, and to end the suffering of millions.

Sincerely,

**Signatories:**

1. Justice Africa Sudan

2. Darfur Victims Support Organisation

3. Voice of Victims

4. Darfur Bar Association

5. Sudan Group for Defence of Rights and Freedom

6. Ajras Organisation for Human Rights

7. Enlightenment Centre for Culture and Dialogue

8. Gadim for Empowerment of Refugees

9. Jasser for Peace and Development Organisation

10. Aljasser News