Title: The alarming situation in Sudan: The authorities threaten the UN mission with reprisals
Introduction :
The American ambassador to the UN, Linda Thomas, recently denounced the threats made by the Sudanese authorities against the UN mission in the country. These threats led to the cancellation of the participation of Volker Perthes, representative of the mission, in a meeting of the Security Council where he was to present a report on the situation in Sudan. This incident highlights the will of the Sudanese authorities to censor the voices which denounce the atrocities committed in the country since the beginning of the conflict. In this article, we take a closer look at this alarming situation and the potential consequences of such bullying.
Unacceptable threats:
Linda Thomas expressed her outrage at this attempt at censorship by the Sudanese government. According to her, the authorities would have threatened to expel the UN mission from the country if Volker Perthes spoke before the Security Council to denounce the atrocities committed in Sudan. Such a threat is not only shocking, but also calls into question the principle of free expression and the role of the United Nations in the protection of human rights.
Volker Perthes in the crosshairs:
It is important to note that this intimidation against the UN mission is not an isolated incident. In June, Volker Perthes was declared persona non grata by the Sudanese government after denouncing the possibility of “crimes against humanity” in Darfur. This statement clearly shows that the Sudanese authorities seek to silence the voices that highlight the abuses and atrocities being perpetrated in the country.
Large-scale sexual violence and the recruitment of children:
In the absence of Volker Perthes, it was Martha Ama Pobee, the assistant secretary general in charge of Africa, who presented the report on the situation in Sudan to the Security Council. This report documents “large-scale sexual violence” and the recruitment of children into conflict, underscoring the urgency of action to end these atrocities. This damning information highlights the need for international action, including through the UN mission, to protect vulnerable populations and ensure justice for the victims.
Conclusion :
The threats made by the Sudanese authorities against the UN mission in Sudan are worrying and jeopardize efforts to end the atrocities in the country. It is essential that the international community condemn these acts of intimidation and fully support the UN mission in its crucial work to protect human rights.. By breaking the silence and reminding those responsible that their actions will not go unpunished, we can hope for progress towards peace, justice and security for the people of Sudan