"UN Appeals for $4.1bn Aid as Sudan Crisis Sparks 'Epic Suffering'"

The United Nations has appealed for $4.1bn to address the humanitarian needs of civilians in war-torn Sudan and support those who have fled to neighboring countries, as the 10-month conflict has led to one of the world's largest displacement and protection crises. More than 1.5 million people have fled across Sudan's borders, and half of Sudan's population requires humanitarian assistance. The conflict has resulted in widespread food insecurity, lack of healthcare access, and human rights violations, with the World Food Programme reporting an alarming increase in hunger. The fighting, which has killed thousands and displaced millions, continues to escalate despite international efforts to establish a ceasefire.