UN Secretary-General Strongly Condemns Escalating Drone Attacks by Parties in Sudan Conflict

On October 31 local time, UN Secretary-General Guterres issued a statement through a spokesperson, strongly condemning the escalating drone attacks by all parties involved in the Sudan conflict, as well as the catastrophic casualties these attacks have caused to civilians.

The statement pointed out that drone attacks across Sudan and in the Abyei region have resulted in the deaths of hundreds of civilians, including women and children. These attacks violate international humanitarian law.

Guterres expressed shock at all attacks against civilians and critical infrastructure, including medical facilities.

Guterres called on all parties to the conflict to protect civilians and critical infrastructure and to reach an immediate agreement to cease hostilities as a first step toward ending this destructive conflict. He urgently reiterated his call for all parties to engage sincerely in mediation efforts.

The statement emphasized that the United Nations is ready to support any efforts that contribute to achieving a sustainable political solution, ensuring that the solution reflects the wishes of the Sudanese people. (CCTV reporter Xu Tao)