Disgraceful Move: Sudan Accuses UK of Obstructing UN Session

In a striking accusation that has sent ripples through the international community, the Sudanese Foreign Ministry has leveled serious allegations against the United Kingdom, claiming that the UK has actively obstructed a critical United Nations Security Council session.

This session was pivotal for Sudan to present its grievances against the United Arab Emirates. The controversy stems from the UK’s alleged delay of discussions and a sudden shift to closed consultations, effectively barring non-member states like Sudan from participating.

The Ministry’s statement expressed profound disappointment, suggesting that the UK has forsaken its moral and political duties as a permanent member of the Security Council. The statement further insinuated that the UK’s actions were motivated by its commercial ties with the Emirates, accusing it of turning a blind eye to the reported atrocities linked to terrorist militias and their primary backers, thereby fostering a culture of impunity.

The roots of this diplomatic conflict trace back to April 26, when Sudan’s Permanent Representative to the United Nations, Al-Harith Idriss, called for an emergency Security Council meeting to address what he termed as acts of “aggression” by the UAE against Sudan.

This meeting, initially scheduled for April 29, was abruptly restructured due to the UK’s intervention, which not only changed the agenda but also the format, relegating it to closed consultations and excluding Idriss from attendance.

During these behind-closed-doors discussions, member states of the UN made a collective call for the Rapid Support Forces (RSF) in Sudan to halt all military actions around Al-Fashir, the capital of North Darfur. They emphasized the necessity for the RSF to pledge against any future assaults on cities. The assembly also appealed to regional nations to comply with the UNSC Resolution 1591, which imposes an arms embargo on Darfur.

Moreover, the member states championed the resumption of the Jeddah peace talks, advocated for unobstructed delivery of humanitarian aid, and stressed the importance of adhering to international humanitarian law. Notably, the session sidestepped Sudan’s complaint against the UAE, merely reiterating the Council’s prior statement from April 27.

In a subsequent declaration, the Sudanese Foreign Ministry did not mince words, branding the British intervention at the Security Council as a “disgraceful move.” This incident has not only sparked a diplomatic standoff but also highlighted the intricate web of geopolitical interests that can influence the workings of international bodies like the UN Security Council.

As the situation unfolds, the global community watches with bated breath, anticipating the potential repercussions of such a contentious dispute on the already complex tapestry of international relations.