Sudan: WHO calls for protection of health workers and patients amid increased violence

The World Health Organization has urged all parties to the current conflict in Sudan to ensure unrestricted access to health facilities for people injured by the recent escalation in hostilities.The United Nations has reported that more than 185 people have died and more than 1800 have been injured since fighting between the Sudanese army and the paramilitary Rapid Support Forces flared up last week in Khartoum, South Kordofan, North Darfur, Northern State, and other regions. In a statement issued on 18 April Ahmed Al Mandhari, WHO’s regional director for the Eastern Mediterranean region, strongly condemned reported military attacks on Sudan’s healthcare staff, health facilities, and ambulances, which appear to be increasing in recent days.1Al Mandhari said, “Attacks on healthcare are a flagrant violation of international law and the right to health. They must stop now. Parties to the conflict must ensure safe access of patients, health personnel, and ambulances to…
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