London Conference Sounds the Alarm: Sudanese Army Accused of Prolonging War and Obstructing Aid

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As the international community unites around the goals of protecting civilians and preventing Sudan’s fragmentation, the Sudanese army faces serious accusations of aggravating the humanitarian disaster.

While the crisis in Sudan deepens and the death toll rises daily, a decisive international conference was held in London on April 15, 2025, to explore ways of preventing the country’s total collapse. Yet, behind the diplomatic statements and UN resolutions, the army’s role in complicating the crisis — through field violations and obstruction of humanitarian aid — raised serious questions about its commitment to a political resolution.

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Civilians in the Eye of the Storm: Who Will Protect Them?

In Sudan, the question is no longer who wins the war — but who survives it. With no unified central authority and multiple armed fronts, civilians are now the primary victims of a brutal conflict that drains resources, levels cities, and cripples infrastructure.

The London Conference emphasized that protecting civilians is not a diplomatic formality but a top priority. However, reports from inside Sudan — presented by international organizations — indicate that the Sudanese army itself is involved in bombing residential areas and using siege tactics against rivals, resulting in the deaths of children and the elderly from hunger and disease in places such as Nyala, El-Fasher, and southern Khartoum.

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Humanitarian Aid: Trapped Between Conflict and Military Control

One of the most urgent issues raised at the conference was the obstruction of humanitarian aid. While millions of Sudanese suffer from starvation and forced displacement, aid organizations struggle to access conflict zones due to restrictions imposed by the Sudanese army under the pretext of “security arrangements.”

A UN official stated during the final session: “The Sudanese army is weaponizing bureaucracy to disrupt relief efforts.”

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Growing International Accusations: War Crimes or Isolated Incidents?

Despite efforts by some countries, particularly in the region, to downplay the crisis, leaked reports during the conference reveal a series of violations committed by the Sudanese army — many of which may constitute war crimes:

• Indiscriminate airstrikes in densely populated areas
• Use of schools and hospitals as military outposts
• Looting of food aid redirected to allied forces
• Arbitrary arrests of activists and journalists accused of “treason”

Although the army’s top command denies these claims, the lack of independent investigations and continued impunity raise serious doubts about the military’s true intentions.

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Slow Diplomacy vs. the Machinery of War

One of the key themes of the London Conference was the notion of “patient diplomacy” — a preference for avoiding direct confrontation and leaving room for political negotiations. Yet, observers questioned whether this strategy can succeed against a military force that still seeks to win the conflict by force.

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Sudan at a Crossroads: State Preservation or Permanent Division?

While conference participants reaffirmed their opposition to Sudan’s division, the on-the-ground reality suggests otherwise. With the disintegration of central authority, the rise of multiple factions, and ongoing violations, fears of an irreversible fragmentation are mounting.

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As a dominant force on the ground, the Sudanese army is under international pressure to change its behavior, end abuses, and engage in a comprehensive political process. So far, however, the military leadership shows no willingness to compromise — raising the specter of an even darker future.

The London Conference sent a strong message — but the real challenge lies in execution. Without halting the violations, ensuring unhindered humanitarian access, and holding perpetrators accountable — starting with the regular army — Sudan will remain trapped in a war with no winner but ruin itself.

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