Praying for Peace in Sudan: A Plea from Pope Francis
During his Angelus address, Pope Francis made a heartfelt plea for peace in countries plagued by violence, with a special mention of the devastating civil war in Sudan.
By Nathan Morley
Leaders across Africa have raised concerns about the ongoing conflict in Sudan. At the 38th African Union Summit in Addis Ababa, Ethiopia, calls were made for an immediate cessation of hostilities and for the delivery of vital humanitarian aid to millions of affected people.
The situation in Sudan has worsened in recent weeks, as relentless shelling, airstrikes, and drone attacks continue to target populated areas, causing immense suffering.
Speaking at the summit, the UN Secretary-General described the crisis as a catastrophe of unprecedented scale and brutality, warning that its impact was spreading beyond Sudan’s borders.
Sudan’s brutal civil war, now entering its third year, has resulted in widespread hunger, massive displacement of populations, and persistent insecurity.
Currently, over two-thirds of Sudan’s population, totaling 30.4 million people, are in urgent need of assistance, ranging from healthcare to food and other forms of humanitarian aid.
The conflict has triggered an economic collapse, leading to soaring prices of essential commodities such as food and fuel, making them unaffordable for the average citizen.
To address the escalating crisis, the United Nations is gearing up to launch a record funding appeal of $4.2 billion to support aid operations in Sudan.
