Algeria calls for a “public” and “strict” condemnation of foreign interventions in Sudan.

Algeria called on the international community today, Monday, to respect Sudan’s sovereignty and territorial integrity, demanding a “public” and “strict” condemnation of foreign intervention in the country, while urging the parties involved in the Sudanese conflict to agree to a ceasefire “without further delay.”

Algeria’s Permanent Representative to the United Nations, Ambassador Amar Bendjama, stated in his address to the UN Security Council, following the failure to adopt a draft resolution calling for a cessation of hostilities in Sudan, that dealing with this conflict should be “within the framework of full respect for Sudan’s sovereignty, independence, and territorial integrity.”

He added, “We again call for a public and strict condemnation of foreign intervention in Sudan, and we demand full respect for the existing sanctions regime and the arms embargo (related to the conflict in Sudan) by all countries.”

The Algerian representative also emphasized the need to reopen the border crossings in Sudan, welcoming the flexibility shown by the Sudanese government recently on this matter.

He specifically called for facilitating humanitarian operations in the South Kordofan region in the south of the country, expressing hope for more humanitarian aid to reach civilians who are in dire need.

Mr. Bendjama continued, “The situation in Sudan is undoubtedly sensitive,” noting that Algeria remains convinced of the need for the Security Council to play its role “in finding appropriate solutions to protect civilians in Sudan,” in accordance with “the provisions of international humanitarian law and international law.”

On another note, Mr. Bendjama expressed regret, stating, “The efforts that may place the internationally recognized Sudanese government and the Rapid Support Forces on an equal footing confuse me.”

He affirmed that resolving the conflict in Sudan requires adopting “a gradual approach that takes into account the real changes on the ground as described by the UN Secretary-General and respects the will expressed by the Sudanese government.”

Furthermore, the Algerian diplomat confirmed that “Algeria will continue to support the efforts of the UN Secretary-General and his personal envoy (to Sudan) to bring all Sudanese parties to the negotiating table,” urging them to “agree to a ceasefire without further delay.”

Among the calls of the draft resolution prepared by the United Kingdom and Sierra Leone are respecting the commitments made in 2023 to protect civilians and ensuring that humanitarian assistance is provided “quickly, safely, and without obstacles.”