On 6 July 2026, the European Parliament adopted a resolution condemning war crimes and human rights violations in El-Obeid, Sudan, and calling for immediate action to protect civilians and ensure humanitarian access. The resolution expresses deep concern over the Rapid Support Forces' continued assault on El-Obeid and condemns escalating violence and grave violations of international humanitarian law and human rights law. It urges both the Sudanese Armed Forces and the RSF to cease indiscriminate attacks on civilian infrastructure and ensure safe passage for civilians fleeing conflict zones. The Parliament calls on all parties to comply with international humanitarian law and the Jeddah Declaration, protect civilians, and guarantee rapid, safe, and unhindered humanitarian access. It also urges engagement in internationally and regionally supported peace initiatives for an immediate ceasefire and sustainable political settlement. The resolution calls on the international community to cease supplying weapons, financing, or logistical support to any party to the conflict. It calls for the EU to maintain or expand restrictive measures against individuals or entities responsible for atrocities or obstructing humanitarian assistance. The Parliament urges the EU and its member states to strengthen humanitarian assistance to Sudan and neighbouring countries, enhance human rights monitoring, and support independent investigations into all violations. The resolution stresses that Sudan's future cannot be shaped by violent extremist groups, including those linked to the Muslim Brotherhood. The resolution, adopted without prior coverage on this file, represents the Parliament's unified stance on the crisis. It will be transmitted to the EU institutions and member states for follow-up action.
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