On Monday, Russia vetoed a United Nations Security Council resolution urging Sudan’s warring factions to immediately cease fighting.
The draft, prepared by Britain and Sierra Leone, received support from all 14 other members of the council, including China.
Russia was the sole member to vote against United Nations Security Council draft resolution and call for immediate delivery of humanitarian aid.
Sudan has been embroiled in war since April 2023, following a power struggle between General al-Burhan’s forces (SAF) and the Rapid Support Forces, derailing plans for a transition to civilian rule and causing the world’s largest displacement crisis.
The proposed resolution called for an immediate end to hostilities, a commitment to peace talks, safe passage for civilians, and unhindered humanitarian assistance. Russia, however, denounced the measure as an attempt by the UK to interfere in Sudanese affairs.
Deputy Russian U.N. Ambassador Dmitry Polyanskiy accused proponents of “double standards,” criticizing their support for Israel’s actions in Gaza while pushing for intervention in Sudan. He labeled Lammy’s comments as an example of “British neo-colonialism.”
The U.N. reports nearly 25 million people in Sudan are in need of aid, with famine worsening conditions in displacement camps. More than 11 million have been forced from their homes, with over 3 million seeking refuge in other countries.
