Mr. President,

I thank briefers ASG Khiari and Director Wosornu for their briefings and Mr. Hudson for the naked truth.

I also would like to welcome H.E. Mr. Kamil İdris, Prime Minister of Sudan.

Unfortunately, the conflict in Sudan has turned into a humanitarian catastrophe.

Sudan has become the largest displacement crisis in the world and the numbers are continuing to grow.

Türkiye defines Sudan’s unity, territorial integrity, sovereignty and independence, as one of the basic tenets of our principled approach to the region and Africa as a whole.

We are deeply saddened by the recent developments in Al Fasher and Kordofan.

We condemn the atrocities committed by the RSF against civilians and call for the urgent access of humanitarian assistance to the relevant regions.

We also condemn the attack on the logistics base of the UN Interim Security Force for Abyei (UNISFA) in Kadugli, the capital of South Kordofan.

I wish to express Türkiye’s condolences to the families of the fallen peacekeepers and to the Government and people of Bangladesh and wish a swift recovery.

Mr. President,

It is only through legitimacy and dialogue that a sustainable solution to the conflict can be found.

We support regional and international initiatives aimed at ending the conflict; easing the human suffering and preserving Sudan’s unity, stability and security.

The efforts of the international community should turn into an inclusive peace process that will enable a permanent ceasefire, followed by a comprehensive political process and accountability

In order to contribute to the normalization of the country, Turkish Cooperation and Coordination Agency (TIKA) reopened its office in Port Sudan in December 2024. Ziraat Katılım Bank has re-launched its operations in Sudan. Turkish Airlines started İstanbul-Port Sudan flights in September this year.

The continued presence of our Embassy in Port Sudan at the Ambassadorial level is a clear testament to our determination to stand with Sudan.

In these difficult times, we do not remain indifferent to the ongoing humanitarian situation in the country.

Turkish hospital in Nyala, the capital city of South Darfur, continues to provide health services to Sudanese people despite all the setbacks and hardships.

In addition to our previous humanitarian aid, 4 Turkish aid ships, 2 of them prepared by the Turkish NGOs, delivered approximately ten thousand tons of aid to Port Sudan since the summer of 2024.

Turkish Ministry of Health has sent sixty four tons of medical supplies to help Sudan fight cholera in July this year.

In cooperation with Turkish Disaster and Emergency Management Authority (AFAD) and International Office of Migration (IOM), arrangements of the shipment of thirty thousand tents were completed. First shipment already arrived. Rest of the tents will be delivered soon.

Mr. President,

In the midst of growing number of global crises and challenges, Sudan must not be allowed to fade from the international community’s focus.

That is why I appreciate the initiatives by H.E. Prime Minister very much.

The establishment of a reliable ceasefire, sustainable and safe delivery of humanitarian aid remains to be urgent needs.

People of Sudan must be freed from the grip of violence and death.

Türkiye, once again, underscores its firm support for the people of Sudan and appeals to the international community to enhance and enforce efforts to end the conflict.

I thank you.