The war in Sudan is being waged against people who want to live in peace and freedom. Fertile and resource-rich Sudan turned from Africa's granary into the scene of the world's worst hunger crisis. 10 million people were forced to leave their homes. Most of them were resettled within their own country.
The warring parties are supported and supplied with weapons from abroad, in particular with United Arab Emirates. Without these weapons supplies, the warring parties would not be able to continue fighting in this form.
Further instability in the region will inevitably trigger further migration flows, which may be greater than those in recent years.
There are other connections as well. According to recent reports from the Swiss non-governmental organization SWISSAID, the United Arab Emirates imports tons of gold from Sudan. While in 2023 the UAE imported 17 tons of gold, in 2024 – 29 tons.
Helping Sudan is not just about humanitarian activities. This is why decisive action on this matter is not only a moral imperativebut it is also in our own and strategic interest to pursue a ceasefire and peace.
Anything else is short-sighted and irresponsible – not only for Sudan, but also for Europe. Sudan and the Horn of Africa are a key region when it comes to the new world order. Other forces have been positioning themselves here for a long time. A strategically important position in the Red Sea was also recognized by Russia; the first Russian seaport in Africa is being built in Port Sudan.
It is estimated that over 150,000 people lost their lives. people. Pools of blood can even be seen from space. Yet this war can be ended. Politicians must now ask themselves the question in their hearts: what else needs to happen?
Take a moment to think about this: all the children living in your country are hungry, suffering, unable to go to school. They wake and fall asleep in daily terror. This thought is unbearable.
Once all the relevant facts are available, a decision must be made and action must be taken.
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“Procrastination is not the solution”
The war in Sudan is not a natural disaster. It was caused by man and can be ended by him.
The numbers, data and facts have been available for a long time. Once all the relevant facts are available, a decision must be made and action must be taken. Delay is bad. This applies to both business and other fields. Procrastination is not an option, especially when many lives are at stake.
Millions of people lost their homes. If the global community continues to delay, they may also lose their future.
Sudanese refugees in Chad, June 26, 2025.Wang Guansen/Xinhua/ABACAPRESS.COM / PAP
The war in Sudan is not a forgotten war, it is a tolerated war. Diplomatic pressure is needed to ensure access to humanitarian aid, ceasefire and peace. Weapons shipments must be stopped and the UN embargo must be respected.
It is also needed greater humanitarian support for innocent people affected by war, especially children. Even now, the liberal forces of Sudanese civil society must be intensively engaged and supported if a lasting peace after the war is even possible.
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Sudanese children can be helped, among others: via UNICEF Poland, Polish Center for International Aid and Polish Humanitarian Action.
Born in Sudan, Niddal Salah-Eldin is a manager, digital transformation advisor and former board member of Axel Springer SE. From 2022 to the end of 2024, she was responsible on the company's management board, among others: for the global HR department, training and professional development, and artificial intelligence activities. In November 2024, Salah-Eldin left the company to engage in humanitarian work in her country of origin. She cooperates with over 20 local and international organizations and foundations, and as a member of the German UNICEF committee, she is particularly involved in the protection of children in regions affected by war and crisis.
I’m Ashley Davis as an editor, I’m committed to upholding the highest standards of integrity and accuracy in every piece we publish. My work is driven by curiosity, a passion for truth, and a belief that journalism plays a crucial role in shaping public discourse. I strive to tell stories that not only inform but also inspire action and conversation.
