Türkiye has called on the international community to prioritize humanitarian aid and peaceful mediation to address Sudan’s escalating conflict and worsening humanitarian situation.
During a United Nations Security Council session on Sudan, Türkiye’s representative Ahmet Yildiz highlighted the severe impact of the conflict, which has displaced over 11 million people and resulted in hundreds of thousands of deaths. The violence has also caused widespread destruction, including damage to essential health infrastructure.
Yildiz reaffirmed Türkiye’s commitment to Sudan’s sovereignty, territorial integrity, and independence, emphasizing the need to tackle the root causes of the conflict. He urged international support for the Jeddah Declaration, describing it as a critical framework for peace in Sudan.
Türkiye has significantly ramped up its humanitarian efforts, delivering approximately 8,000 tons of aid through three ships to Port Sudan. In Nyala, a Turkish-operated hospital continues to serve the community despite challenging conditions, reflecting Türkiye’s unwavering support for Sudanese civilians.
President Recep Tayyip Erdogan has also expressed Türkiye’s readiness to aid Sudan during discussions with Sovereignty Council President Abdel Fattah al-Burhan.
The Wall Africa Journal reported Türkiye’s push for the global community to enhance both aid and mediation efforts to stabilize the crisis-hit nation.
Since April 2023, Sudan has been gripped by violent clashes between the army and the Rapid Support Forces (RSF), driven by disputes over military reforms. The conflict has claimed over 20,000 lives, displaced millions, and left more than 25 million people in dire need of assistance, according to the United Nations.