At this year’s Munich Security Conference, Africa drew particular attention because of its critical mineral deposits. However, the war in Sudan and the role of development policy were also part of the discussion.
By Arne Schütte, Markus Bickel and Gabriel Bub
Resolving the conflict in Sudan is a priority for the United States, US Senior Adviser for Africa Massad Boulos emphasized at the Munich Security Conference. However, he stressed that civil society must be included in any peace negotiations.
By Gabriel Bub
In order to protect the civilian population, the Geneva Conventions prohibit attacks on targets such as agricultural land and drinking water facilities. Nevertheless, the instrumentalization of food remains a common form of warfare. The current report of the Munich Security Conference analyzes three strategies.
By Henrike Schirmacher
The humanitarian situation in Sudan remains precarious. At the World Economic Forum in Davos, experts are talking about the worst crisis since records began.
By Arne Schütte
Israel’s recognition of Somaliland is part of a larger shift in the axes of power in the strategically important Red Sea. Regional players are reorganizing their alliances, while lines of conflict between status quo maintainers and revisionists are solidifying.
By Arne Schütte
EU foreign ministers decided on Thursday to impose sanctions against Abdelrahim Hamdan Dagalo, the deputy commander of the Sudanese RSF militia. Those responsible for atrocities must not go unpunished, said EU High Representative for Foreign Affairs, Kaja Kallas.
By Stephan Israel
Shortly after Minister of State Serap Güler returned from Sudan, Al-Fashir fell to the RSF militias. Tens of thousands of people have been killed so far, and providing for the survivors is difficult. Güler is campaigning for the Quad Initiative, which does not go far enough for the opposition.
By Lucia Weiß
