By Stephen Cornish The Executive Director of MSF Switzerland Operational Centre This time last year, I came across the testimony of a child who had fled Khartoum with his family in the early days of the war, seeking refuge in eastern Sudan. Despite the horrors around him, his most profound concern was that the sound of gunfire and airstrikes meant he would go hungry. For this child, war was about losing the everyday certainties, like having access to food. Today, as I read the news about Sudan, my thoughts turn to the ceasefire negotiations in Geneva, held just a few kilometres from where I write this piece. These US-led peace talks, co-hosted by Saudi Arabia and Switzerland, aimed to bring Sudan’s warring parties to the negotiating table. It was a crucial step in the long and challenging process of building a foundation for peace in this war-torn country. But it is just that—a step. While political dialogue is essential, it will take much more than silencing the guns to restore dignity, well-being, and healthcare to millions of people. The path to peace requires a collective, long-term commitment from both warring parties. Health facilities must be respected, and humanitarian assistance must …

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