Three UN staff members killed in airstrike in Blue Nile

The Office of the United Nations Resident and Humanitarian Coordinator in Sudan announced the deaths of (3) of its staff in an airstrike carried out by the Sudanese Army on the (Yabus) town in Blue Nile state.

The World Food Programme (WFP) Office was subjected to heavy shelling last night, and the attack resulted in the death of three of its staff, highlighting the increasing risks facing humanitarian organizations in the region.

The United Nations stated that the incident comes at a sensitive time, as humanitarian organizations seek to provide essential assistance to those affected by the conflict in Sudan.

The attack on the World Food ProgrammeOffice reflects the significant challenges these organizations face in ensuring the safety of their staff while carrying out their humanitarian duties. Many officials have condemned this attack, calling for the protection of humanitarian workers.

In light of the escalating violence in the region, the need for the international community to support humanitarian efforts in Sudan is increasing. The World Food Programme is one of the most prominent organizations working to provide food assistance to those affected, and this attack poses a major threat to relief operations

It is rather imperative that international efforts are combined to ensure the safety of humanitarian workers and provide the necessary assistance to those affected.