
The Brian Lehrer Show The Humanitarian Crisis in Sudan
Nov 10, 2025
Ciarán Donnelly, Senior VP for International Programs at the International Rescue Committee, shares critical insights on the ongoing civil war in Sudan. He highlights the dire humanitarian conditions in El Fasher and Darfur, emphasizing the plight of civilians amidst the power struggle. Donnelly discusses the UAE and Egypt's strategic interests and their roles in perpetuating the conflict. He calls for prioritized international action—including safe passage for aid and durable diplomacy—to address the crisis, which often receives less media attention than other global emergencies.
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El Fasher's Humanitarian Catastrophe
- El Fasher's fall created extreme uncertainty about hundreds of thousands of missing residents.
- IRC teams report grisly accounts from the few who escaped, including executions and sexual violence.
Survivors' Harrowing Arrivals In Tawila
- IRC teams in Tawila received about 10,000 people who escaped El Fasher, far fewer than expected.
- Arrivals were malnourished, needing medical care, and many women reported sexual assault en route.
Regional Powers Fuel The Conflict
- Multiple regional and global powers pursue strategic interests in Sudan beyond ideology.
- The UAE exerts major influence tied to resources, trade routes, and regional diplomatic power.
