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MOTION FOR A RESOLUTION (2026/2799(RSP))

On the threat of war crimes, the escalating violations of international humanitarian law and the human rights situation in El-Obeid, Sudan

B-10-2026-0360

on behalf of the ESN Group · Rapporteur: Tomasz Froelich, Petr Bystron, Marc Jongen

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This resolution addresses the threat of war crimes and humanitarian crisis in El-Obeid, Sudan. It demands the RSF halt its assault, condemns violence and targeted attacks, and calls for compliance with international law, safe evacuation routes, and an end to external military support. It supports African Union peace efforts, expresses concern about destabilizing displacement and irregular migration to Europe, and calls for coordinated European policy on arms flows and diplomatic engagement.

Key points

  1. Demands that the RSF immediately halt its assault on El-Obeid and that all parties prevent attacks on citizens.
  2. Expresses deep concern that the pattern seen in El Fasher could repeat in El-Obeid.
  3. Strongly condemns continued violence across Sudan, particularly in the Kordofan states, and its humanitarian consequences.
  4. Strongly condemns targeted violence against Christian communities and non-Arab ethnic groups, calling for respect of freedom of religion.
  5. Calls on all parties to comply with international humanitarian law and the Jeddah Declaration.
  6. Calls for safe regional evacuation routes and cross-border humanitarian access, with preference for placement in neighbouring countries and no pathways to Europe.
  7. Calls for an immediate end to external military support prolonging the conflict, while recognising regional states' security interests.
  8. Supports African Union and regional partners' efforts for a sustainable peace process including civilian voices.
  9. Expresses concern about destabilizing effects of mass displacement and irregular migration flows towards Europe, challenging social cohesion and public security.
  10. Stresses the need for regional solutions and responsible burden-sharing within the region to avoid straining social cohesion in Europe.
  11. Calls for a more coordinated European policy on arms flows and diplomatic engagement with key regional players.

Who is affected

  • The Rapid Support Forces (RSF) and all parties in the conflict in Sudan, who are demanded to halt attacks and comply with international law.
  • Christian communities and non-Arab ethnic groups in Sudan, who are targeted with violence and need protection.
  • Neighbouring countries of Sudan, which are expected to provide placement for displaced people.
  • External actors providing military support, who are called to end such support.
  • European Union institutions and member states, which are called to coordinate policy on arms flows and diplomatic engagement.

Figures and deadlines

  • more than 14 million people have been displaced