Sudan: UN chief condemns reported executions as starvation risks rise
KHARTOUM, Sudan (Feb 3, 2025) – UN chief António Guterres has condemned the reported execution of seven protesters in Sudan, as the country grapples with a deepening humanitarian crisis.
The protesters were reportedly killed by security forces during demonstrations against the military government that seized power in a coup last year. The UN High Commissioner for Human Rights, Michelle Bachelet, said she was “outraged” by the killings and called for an independent investigation.
“I strongly condemn the reported execution of seven protesters in Sudan,” Guterres said in a statement. “These killings are a grave violation of human rights and must be swiftly and impartially investigated.”
The UN chief also expressed concern about the deteriorating humanitarian situation in Sudan, where millions of people are facing hunger and starvation.
“The humanitarian crisis in Sudan is rapidly worsening,” Guterres said. “Millions of people are at risk of starvation, and the situation is only getting worse.”
The UN estimates that more than 13 million people in Sudan are facing severe food insecurity, and that number is expected to rise to 18 million by the end of the year. The country is also facing a severe economic crisis, with inflation running at over 100%.
The military government has been accused of human rights abuses, including arbitrary arrests, torture, and extrajudicial killings. The government has also restricted access to humanitarian aid, making it difficult for people to get the food and medicine they need.
The UN has called on the military government to end the violence, allow humanitarian access, and respect human rights. The UN has also called for the release of all political prisoners and the restoration of democracy.
The military government has said it is committed to human rights and is working to improve the humanitarian situation. However, the government has also said it will not tolerate protests against its rule.
The situation in Sudan is likely to remain volatile in the coming months. The military government is facing growing opposition from both within the country and from the international community. The humanitarian crisis is also likely to worsen, unless the government takes steps to address the issue.
Sudan: UN chief condemns reported executions as starvation risks rise
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