November 18, 2024 (UNITED NATIONS) – Russia blocked a United Nations Security Council resolution aimed at addressing the humanitarian crisis in Sudan on Monday as the country grapples with nearly 18 months of brutal civil war. The draft resolution, which received support from 14 of the 15 council members, including China, urged the Sudanese Armed Forces and the Rapid Support Forces (RSF) to honour their commitments under the Jeddah Declaration to protect civilians and cease hostilities. It also called for unimpeded humanitarian access and a nationwide ceasefire. Britain’s foreign secretary, David Lammy, who chaired the high-level meeting, sharply condemned Russia’s veto, calling it a “disgrace” and accusing President Vladimir Putin of obstructing peace efforts in Sudan and fuelling conflict across Africa. “Shame on Putin for waging an aggressive war in Ukraine,” Lammy said. “Shame on Putin for using mercenaries to spread conflict and violence across Africa.” Russia’s deputy ambassador to the U.N., Dmitry Polyanskiy, dismissed Lammy’s remarks as “neo-British colonialism” and argued that the resolution undermined Sudan’s sovereignty. Polyanskiy accused the British draft resolution of attempting to delegitimize the Sudanese government by misrepresenting its authority on civilian protection, border security, and the right to authorize foreign intervention. He further criticizes …

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