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Massive protests are demanding justice for Sudan
Hundreds of demonstrators gathered, recently, before the British Parliament in London to urgently demand the end of the humanitarian crisis which worsens in Sudan.
Organized by a coalition of Sudanese and international organizations for the defense of human rights, the protest highlighted the use of chemical weapons, sexual violence and famine as war tactics. Among the participants were Sudanese representatives of Safe Steps, Sudanese women for peace and the organization for peace and the democratic transition.
An urgent call for global action
The speakers stressed that civilians in Sudan are targeted by chemical attacks, hospitals and schools being deliberately targeted. Deborah Paul, filmmaker and activist, condemned the systematic use of sexual violence. “It is not a war – it is the annihilation of humanity. Generations are destroyed in front of the world, “she said.
Famine, a strategic weapon
Aye Soe Kari, president of international Burmese students, drew up a dreadful picture of famine. “More than 26 million people do not have access to food. Parents eat leaves to give their children one more bite. The aid is blocked, the markets are bombed – it is no coincidence, but a policy, “said Kari.
Abdelrahim Grein Adam, of the Organization for Peace and the Democratic Transition, denounced the links between the Sudanese army and the extremist groups. “Chemical weapons are used against civilians. This army has become a criminal militia collaborating with groups like Al-Qaeda, “he said.
Mohammed Momin by Safe Steps demanded an independent UN investigation into these allegations.
Women, doubly affected
Fathia Elbushary, leader of Sudanese Peace women, spoke of the fate of women. “Sexual violence, famine and forced burden of children destroy entire communities. The world remains silent, but not us, ”she hammered.
Persecution of religious minorities
The demonstration also denounced persecution against Christian communities and ethnic groups. The speakers have described villages and deliberately destroyed churches to erase these minorities. Academics have presented photos and testimonies from survivors.
