The US government’s suspension of humanitarian aid to Sudan has caused the closure of approximately 80% of emergency food kitchens, impacting nearly two million people. This drastic reduction in aid, primarily impacting cash assistance programs, is a significant setback in addressing the ongoing famine. The kitchens, initially supported by local communities and later by international agencies including USAID, are now struggling to secure funding, leaving many Sudanese facing starvation. This situation is further exacerbated by the ongoing conflict, forcing millions to flee to neighboring countries which are already struggling to provide adequate aid.
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During Kendrick Lamar’s Super Bowl LIX halftime show, a performer displayed a flag bearing the words “Sudan” and “Gaza,” protesting the ongoing conflicts in both regions. Security promptly detained and ejected the individual, who was subsequently banned from all future NFL events. The NFL and Roc Nation both stated the protest was unplanned and unauthorized. The demonstration highlighted the devastating humanitarian crises in Gaza, stemming from the recent Israel-Hamas war, and Sudan, embroiled in a civil conflict causing widespread death and displacement.
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A new Human Rights Watch report details the horrific sexual violence perpetrated by Sudan’s Rapid Support Forces (RSF) against nearly 80 women and girls in South Kordofan since September 2023. The abuses, which include gang rape and the use of sex slaves, primarily occurred at an RSF military base and constitute war crimes and potential crimes against humanity. While the RSF denies the accusations, claiming impersonators were responsible, HRW investigators documented the testimonies of numerous survivors, highlighting the widespread and systematic nature of the violence. The lack of accountability and the immense humanitarian crisis only exacerbates the suffering of these victims.
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John Q. Hosedrinker