Information journalists in New York on Monday, deputy spokesman for the UN Farhan Haq said The taking of the RSF militia is tightening during the last redoubt, with satellite images showing “large groups of people who try to flee on foot” peripheral areas.
“Local sources report that civilians trying to leave the city have been faced with violence, harassment and looting along the unsafe itineraries.”
Help coordination office, OchhaCalls commanders of rival soldiers who fight against the control of Sudan to protect civilians in El Fasher, as required by international humanitarian law.
Mr. Haq stressed a safe passage must be given to those who wish to leave.
Death of malnutrition
Meanwhile, a local association of Sudanese doctors reports that more than 20 people in El Fasher-including children and pregnant women-have died of malnutrition this month only.
“These tragic deaths highlight the urgent need for humanitarian access to reach the besieged population with vital aid,” said Mr. Haq.
The humanitarian situation in the Kordofan region also remains disastrous. The current conflicts have limited access to food, essential supplies, banking services and humanitarian aid, while damaging critical infrastructure.
The UN chief expresses a shock against the deadly attack against the Morman Church in Michigan
The UN Secretary General expressed his shock from the murder of four people in the suburbs of Michigan during the weekend following an attack on a church in Jesus Christ of the last holy meetings.
According to reports, the reason for the attack – in which the church was burned on the ground while the only shooter was killed in an exchange of gunshots with the police – has not yet been determined.
Dozens of people have already been interviewed like the Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI) continues to work on the case that officials have described as an “act of targeted violence”.
Michigan governor Gretchen Whitmer, during a press conference, asked for the decline in the “temperature of the rhetoric” surrounding the case.
UN deputy spokesperson Farhan Haq said that the UN chief António Guterres “firmly condemns the attack and offers condolences and solidarity to the families of the victims and the inhabitants of the canton of Grand Blanc. »»
‘Odious attack’
The senior United Nations officials Office Works to promote interreligious and cultural dialogue worldwide, Ángel Moratinos, said he was Alarmed “by the odious attack”.
In a press release, the high representative of the UN civilization alliance, Miguel Angel Moratinos, said that the worshipers are sacred sanctuaries where people find peace.
He reiterated that “such acts of hatred and violence are completely rejected and are unjustifiable in all circumstances”.
Mr. Moratinos stressed the urgent need to protect all religious sites and communities, regardless of faith or name.
Madagascar: the head of the United Nations rights condemns the “violent response” of the security forces
United Nations High Commissioner for Human Rights Volker Türk convicted Monday The “violent response” of the security forces during the weekend to peaceful demonstrations in Madagascar.
At least 22 people were killed and more than 100 injured after demonstrators went down to the street for three days, protesting against water and electric cuts.
Reports said that the Malagasy president had dissolved the government following the demonstrations led by young people who would have been inspired by the so-called “Gen-Z” demonstrations in Nepal and Kenya.
The United Nations Rights Office, Ohchrsaid the victims of violent repression by the security forces included both demonstrators and passers -by.
Others have been killed in subsequent generalized violence and looting by individuals and gangs not associated with demonstrators.
Shocked and saddened
“I am shocked and saddened by murders and injuries in demonstrations against water and power cuts in Madagascar,” said Türk. “I urge the authorities to guarantee respect for freedom of expression and the peaceful assembly, in accordance with their obligations under international human rights law.”
Pacific demonstrations began in the capital Antananarivo on September 25, but the security forces intervened, launching tear gas and beating and arresting demonstrators, said the OHCHR. Some officers also used live ammunition.
Other demonstrations quickly broke out in eight other major cities across the country.
The head of the Rights of the United Nations called for the end of the use of an unnecessary and disproportionate force. He demanded the immediate release of all arbitrarily detained demonstrators.
Mr. Türk also urged the Malagasy authorities to institute rapid, in -depth, independent and transparent surveys on violence and to translate those responsible.
Originally published at Almouwatin.com
